Vintage Pin TOTAL Paris Le Cap 92 Limited Edition Advertising

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Detailed description

This promotional pin, with its original shape, highlights the TOTAL brand, famous in the world of energy and motor sport. The visible side features a design evoking the 1992 Paris-Cape Town rally, with a stylized illustration of a turban-wearing face, typical of African rally iconography. The inscription "PARIS LE CAP 92" is embedded in the motif, while the TOTAL logo is displayed in large red letters on a white background, accompanied by blue, red, and orange geometric patterns.

The visible surface has a smooth, shiny finish, with a polished enameled appearance reflecting light. The colors are vibrant and contrasting, which accentuates the promotional aspect of the item. The overall shape of the pin is asymmetrical, following the contours of the logo and graphic motif, making it a visually striking and immediately recognizable piece.

The item is photographed on a white and marbled background, surrounded by decorative elements (flowers, jewelry), which highlights its decorative aspect and careful finish. No major defects are visible on the front: no chips or significant scratches, the brilliance of the enamel is well preserved. The inscriptions "TOTAL" and "PARIS LE CAP 92" are perfectly legible and clear.

This pin is typical of late 20th-century promotional productions, often made in limited editions for major sporting events. Its graphics and colors reflect the aesthetics of the 1990s, a period when African rallies were highly publicized and sponsored by major French brands.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible front in very good condition, with no apparent defects.

Did you know? The 1992 Paris-Cape Town rally was one of the iconic editions of the great African raids, covering several thousand kilometers through varied landscapes. Promotional pins were distributed in limited quantities during these events, quickly becoming sought-after items for their direct link to the history of motor sports and major sponsors like TOTAL.

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