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Art Nouveau Athletics medal

Sale price€700,00

Art Nouveau Athletics medal in 18 karat yellow gold. Art Nouveau pendant centered on a small medal depicting four runners in a 4x1200 meters relay race. The pendant is openwork and decorated with flowers and foliage, typical of the Art Nouveau period. The reverse of the medal bears the inscription "L’intransigeant 17 Dec 1922 Relais 4x1200". Sports medal pendant, 1922, France. Sport jewelry collection.

Hallmark: eagle's head and illegible maker's mark, medallist's signature H. DEMEY

Height (including bail): 4 cm
Width: 2.7 cm

Condition: signs of wear

Weight: 6.12 gr

*The antique gold chain is not sold with the jewel*
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More information : This piece was awarded to Armand Burtin for the cross-country race of L’Intransigeant held on December 17, 1922.

Armand Burtin (1896-1972) was a French athlete specializing in running (1500 meters, relay, 3000 meters). He left a significant mark on French athletics history with his remarkable performances. In 1920, Armand Burtin won the French Championship title in the 1500 meters, crossing the finish line in 4 minutes and 3.4 seconds. This victory etched his name in French athletics history and demonstrated his exceptional talent in this discipline. Armand Burtin represented France in the Summer Olympics of 1920 and 1924, proudly bearing his country's colors on the international stage. His sporting career and achievements left a lasting legacy in French athletics, making him a respected and admired athlete both for his track performances and his dedication to the sport.

Karats

18

SKU: B353
Pendentif médaille relais 4x 1200 m
Art Nouveau Athletics medal Sale price€700,00

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