Antique French 1916 WW1 Paris Victory Medal Pendant Necklace 27" Sterling Chain

Description: Vintage French Medallion Pendant Necklace. Silver toned. 17" Sterling Silver Rope Chain.Pendant: France WWI Victory Journee de Paris 1916 Patriotic Medal by Bargas. Signed. France: WW1 Patriotic Medal for the Support of the War Effort, "Day of Paris, 14 July 1916". The medal was circulated during the Paris War Support Day on Jul. 14, 1916 .Features the “Departure of the Volunteers of 1792” by François Rude, also known as “La Marseillaise” and adorns the Arc de Triomphe (Arch of Triumph) on the Champs-Elysées in Paris.Also inscribed: "Journee de Paris, 14 Juillet 1916" Reverse: The Coat of Arms of Paris.The medal is signed by A. Bargas.When I purchased this in Paris at the Clignancourt Antique Market approximately 30 years ago, it had a thin silk faded red/white/blue ( French flag) ribbon tied to it. Features a castle on the top, ribbon on the base, laurel and oak leaves on the sides ,Beautiful condition and patina, you would assume it was sterling silver but looking at it. Chain: 17" Sterling silver rope chain with lobster type clasp. Stamped ITALY and 925 on both sides. .291 ounces. Chain can be used for many other pendants as well.Will ship in a small gift box. Ships from non smoking pet free home. 1-4 business days handling. Thanks for shopping!

Price: 75 USD

Location: Purcellville, Virginia

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