FRANCE. Ministry of Agriculture & Commerce Award Gold Medal, 1870. PCGS SP-63 Gold Shield.34.5 mm; 24.88 gms. By Barre. Laureate bust of Napoleon III, right, his name and title as Emperor around; Reverse: Inscription: "MINISTERE DE LAGRICULTURE ET DU COMMERCE" around a heavy wreath of agricultural products enclosing inscription: "CONCOURS AGRICOLE REGnal / ANIMAUX REPRODrs" with "CLERMONT / 1870" in blank medallion at center. Hallmarked (bee) "OR" on edge at six oclock. Sharply struck with brilliant gold luster.
