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Geneva, Louis Favre Monument, Gotthard Tunnel 1893

870.00 CHF

Large, impressive medal with a magnificent patina.

1 in stock

Description

In memory of the monument erected in honor of Louis Favre. E. Lambert, sculptor, July 30, 1893.
The medal was designed by the medallist Charles Jean Richard.

Inscription on the obverse of the medal:
Louis Favre, Chêne-Bourg, 30 juillet 1893

Inscription on the reverse of the medal:
En souvenir du monument élevé à Louis Favre. E. Lambert statuaire
Tunnel du St. Gothard
1872. 14920 mètres. 1880
Louis Favre entrepreneur
Né à Chêne près de Genève – Suisse
Le 26 janvier 1826
Mort dans le tunnel
Le 19 juillet 1879

This medal is a true masterpiece.

Additional information

Material

Copper

Year

1893

Diameter

63 mm

Condition

Mint state

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