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Listing Title
Vintage French Rowing Regatta Medal Pendant Gold Tone 2\" Villeneuve St Georges
Condition
Preowned – Vintage
Vintage stock with possible minor storage-related surface wear or patina. Please review photographs for exact condition.
Description
Vintage French Rowing Regatta Commemorative Medal Pendant – Gold-Tone – 2 Inches
A distinctive vintage-style French commemorative pendant featuring beautiful raised classical imagery, detailed French inscriptions, and an ornate decorative hanging loop.
This large, approximately 2-inch round pendant is a gold-plated alloy fashion jewelry piece believed to date from the 1980s–1990s.
The front features a classical robed figure holding a staff, surrounded by the Latin inscription:
\"PALMAE LABORI ET MERITO DATAE\"
The reverse features an elaborate laurel wreath surrounding French inscriptions referencing the historic rowing regattas of Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, Commemorative medal pendant / costume jewelry
Era: Believed to be French rowing regatta commemorative design
Size: Approximately 2 inches in diameter
Material: Gold-plated alloy (seller identification; untested)
Color: Antique gold tone
Shape: Round
Design: Classical figure, laurel wreath, French inscriptions
Condition: Never worn vintage stock
Necklace/chain: Not included
Brand: Unbranded / Unknown
Historical Inspiration
The pendant references the Régates de Villeneuve-Saint-Georges, a French rowing regatta, with inscriptions honoring sporting achievement and merit.
Its classical medal design makes it an attractive collectible for enthusiasts of French history, rowing, vintage medals, and statement costume jewelry.
Condition Notes
This piece is vintage new old stock and has never been worn. Due to its age, minor surface variations or storage-related wear may be present. Please examine both sides in the photographs.
The exact manufacturing date and metal composition have not been independently authenticated.
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