FRANCE. Yacht Club de France Gold Award Medal, 1920. Paris Mint. CHOICE UNCIRCULATED. Diameter: 36.1mm; Weight: 26.74 gms. By J. Vernon. Engraved and presented to M. E. Laverne. Obverse: Victory flying right, leading sailor in ancient sailing vessel; Reverse: YACHY-CLUB DE FRANCE, decorative plaque engraved "A M. E. LAVERNE / SERIE DES 6M50 / 20 FEVRIER 1920" in three lines; all set over anchor and crossed banners. Edge</em>: [cornucopia hallmark] 1 OR. The charming maritime-related medal features an elegant Art Nouveau nature and charming matte surfaces, as well as a light golden-yellow hue. Includes box of issue. From the Provence Collection of French Art Medals.
