Vintage OM pin 90-91 Le Provençal Olympique Marseille retro badge

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Description

This vintage pin features a commemorative coin dedicated to Olympique de Marseille (OM) for the 1990-1991 season. The general shape evokes a cartographic silhouette, probably that of the Provence region or France, with stylized graphics. The foreground highlights a blue, white, and red tricolor flag, on which the inscription "OM 90-91" appears in golden letters, as well as the mention "Le Provençal" at the bottom, in red on a golden background. The entire surface has a glossy and smooth finish, with sharp and regular golden contours.

The pin also features a stylized representation of a ball, reminiscent of the world of football, a central element of Olympique de Marseille. The colors are vibrant and the separations between the color zones are precise, typical of cloisonné enameling or a similar technique. No major manufacturing or enamel defects are visible on the front, which remains clean despite some minor signs of wear, consistent with a vintage item.

The typography of the inscriptions is clear and perfectly legible. The lettering "OM 90-91" and "Le Provençal" stands out clearly, which gives this badge a strong visual appeal for collectors of sports memorabilia or advertising objects related to the club's history.

The visible face does not show any apparent attachment system, but the silhouette and compact size confirm that it is indeed a pin, designed to be worn on clothing or displayed. The gilding visible on the perimeter and the base of the badge adds a retro touch true to the pin production of the 1990s.

This pin is a testament to the visual communication of the era, associating a regional media (Le Provençal) with OM, in a graphic style typical of the early 90s. The overall condition of the front suggests good preservation of the colors' brilliance, with a slight patina testifying to its authenticity.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The front shows good overall preservation, with slight signs of use consistent with its age.

Did you know? Le Provençal was a regional newspaper in Marseille, a historical partner of Olympique de Marseille in the 80s and 90s, before merging with Le Méridional to create La Provence in 1997. Pins sponsored by local media were very popular with French football clubs during this period.

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