France. 2008 (No reserve price)

DIMENSIONS & SPECIFICATIONS Medal Diameter: 120 mm (12 cm) — Monumental XL size Net Weight of medal: 822 grams Gross Weight (including case & stand): 1020 grams (1.02 kg) Material: Bronze (featuring the official "BRONZE" edge inscription and the official cornucopia mint mark of the Monnaie de Paris) Condition: Brilliant / FDC (Near-flawless uncirculated condition) Packaging: 100% complete with the original deep blue luxury case, the original plastic presentation stand, and the French instruction manual ("Notice d'utilisation"). HISTORICAL BACKGROUND & ARTIST Artist: Designed and signed by the highly renowned French sculptor Jean Cardot (Member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts). Theme: Official French commemorative medal (2008) issued for the inauguration of the diplomatic monument "La Flamme de la Liberté" in Paris. Symbolism: Celebrates the historic alliance between France and the United States (George Washington & Marquis de Lafayette). The obverse features Lafayette's iconic quote: "Humanity has won its battle. Liberty now has a country." Exclusivity: Issued in a very limited edition for a private circle of diplomats and guests under the auspices of US Ambassador Craig Roberts Stapleton and philanthropist Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière.

Estimate:£17.61

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