Vintage retro old black leather keyring French Republic medal

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Description

This antique keychain features a black leather case with an elongated shape, slightly flared at the top. The leather's texture displays a beautiful patina, indicative of its age, with visible but uniform signs of wear. The upper part of the keychain is reinforced by a gold-toned metallic element, pierced with two rivets, ensuring the overall solidity. The main attachment consists of four mobile metal rings, allowing multiple keys or small items to be attached.

A round, medallion-style pendant hangs from one of the rings. This medallion features in relief the profile of an allegorical female figure wearing a laurel wreath, surrounded by the inscription "RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE". The design and typography are typical of 20th-century French civil decorations. The medallion has a silver finish with a slight patina, enhancing its retro character.

The ensemble displays an elegant contrast between the matte black of the leather and the metallic reflections of the upper part and the medallion. The attachment of the rings and the upper plate appear original, with no visible modifications. The item is photographed on a burgundy and beige fabric, highlighting its details and vintage appearance.

This medallion keychain combines a retro and utilitarian aesthetic, characteristic of French-style accessories from the mid-20th century. The medallion, in relief and clearly legible, evokes honorary distinctions or popular good luck charms of that era. The whole is simple, functional, and designed to last.

This type of accessory was often given as a corporate gift, a token of recognition or merit, hence the association with the official effigy medallion. The style is typical of keychains from the late 1950s to 1970s, both in the shape of the leather and the typography of the medallion.

Condition

Used item with visible signs of wear: leather patina, scuff marks, superficial wear on the medallion. The item remains functional and sturdy. Sold as is.

Did you know? The "République Française" medallion was widely used as a motif for keychains, school medals, and civil honorary distinctions starting from the early 20th century. This motif, inspired by Marianne, embodies republican values and the French tradition of official decoration.

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