{"product_id":"pins-vintage-total-afrique-voiture-rallye-ancien-rare-collection","title":"TOTAL Africa vintage rally car pin old rare collector's item","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique pin, visible in the photo, is shaped like the African continent, with an irregular outline highlighted by a visually metallic finish. On the main face, there is a stylized drawing of a yellow rally car, placed on the northern part of the continent. The inscription \"TOTAL\" appears in red, slightly aged letters, on the southern part of the silhouette. The overall design features an ivory background with light nuances, with black and yellow details accentuating the car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe motif evokes the world of African rally racing, likely in connection with the famous races sponsored by the TOTAL brand. The surface of the pin reveals a smooth and shiny texture, suggesting enamel, with well-defined contours and a slightly convex relief effect on the visible face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object stands out for its vintage graphic design, typical of the 1980s-1990s, with a contrasting color palette and an emblematic advertising design of the era. No details are visible on the back or the clasp in this image, in accordance with the presented view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation on an old map accentuates the historical and decorative character of this pin, which may also appeal to enthusiasts of automotive memorabilia or merchandise related to the history of African rallying and the TOTAL brand. The edges show some signs of wear visible in the photo, consistent with a used item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Some signs of wear visible on the finish and on the letters, authentic patina consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The TOTAL brand has long been associated with sponsoring major African rallies, including the Paris-Dakar, which has become an iconic event in the history of motorsports. This type of promotional pin was widely distributed during the 1980s-1990s editions, becoming sought-after relics of that era today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping by a professional seller specializing in antique and advertising items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: rally badge, TOTAL Africa pin, rally car pin, vintage car brooch, antique car pin, advertising badge, Dakar souvenir, Africa rally pin, automotive pin, TOTAL pin badge, antique car pin, TOTAL enamel pin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54243059859783,"sku":"EBAY-315740563997","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_104b2b0a-fbb0-4f37-9cbe-15ede2c2dd7f.jpg?v=1782599360","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pins-vintage-total-afrique-voiture-rallye-ancien-rare-collection","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}