Hayden, I finally got it!

[cpm9ball]

 

Does anyone recall the Pope Pius IX medal with the 3-D reverse that spy88 showed us? Well, I happened across this medal and I just had to have it. It could use a little conservation on the obverse, but I love the reverse. What do you think?

[Hoot]

Superb, Chris! I can't wait to see your medal collection one day.

 

Hoot

[kryptonitecomics]

I think I saw one of those at the Lakeland show a few weeks ago.........looked just like it

 

I almost bought it too becuase the price was right

[Bruceswar]

very nice piece... reminds me alot of that piece.... nice photos

[EZ_E]

Dang, Chris! Your photo even looks better than the one in the auction! You are doing pretty darn good with that camera!

 

So what is your method?

[cpm9ball]

Dang, Chris! Your photo even looks better than the one in the auction! You are doing pretty darn good with that camera!

 

So what is your method?

 

Right now, I am using the fluorescent bulb lighting in my ceiling fan. The four bulbs are aimed toward the corners of the room, and I have the camera & tripod set up near the center of the room. That's all!

 

Chris

[EZ_E]

Well, it's definitely working for ya! Have you tried imaging any toners? What were the results?

 

Oh, I do remember that beautiful blue-toned French medal that turned out so sweet. So, I guess that I've answered my own question.

[James_OldeTowne]

That's a spectacular medal. I love it!

 

James

[HaydenTubbs]

Beautiful medal Chris! I can't wait to see this one in hand!

[Coin]

Wow! Incredible ! You could put furniture in the Reverse , what ? about 1400 sq ft of storage space in that room there? 3-D is right for that reverse.

Obverse conservation: are you talking about having what looks like some kind of residue removed ? Other than that , the colors really bring the dimensions out for this awsome medal .

Thanks for sharing this one , Chris!

-John

[cpm9ball]

Obverse conservation: are you talking about having what looks like some kind of residue removed ?

 

Yes, and this is another area where I am completely ignorant. I would rather submit it and let the professionals do their job.

 

Thanks to everyone for the kind remarks!

 

Chris

[IGWT]

That's beautiful, Chris! Don't be shy about sharing some of the history on the medals that you're posting. I'd love to learn more.

[Ed Daggett]

Chris is the reverse incuse? Seems so deep.

 

Ed

[cpm9ball]

That's beautiful, Chris! Don't be shy about sharing some of the history on the medals that you're posting. I'd love to learn more.

 

Lou, I've been searching for a reference book that will provide background information for the medals and artists. If I wanted a comprehensive works for the 19th & 20th Centuries, it would cost $1500-$2000. Unfortunately, the only reference material I have been able to find is in French. Parlez vous Francaise? (Why did I take Latin in high school!)

 

This medal is 80mm and weighs 220 grams. On the edge is stamped the "cornucopia" and "BRONZE". The cornucopia indicates that it was produced at the Paris Mint. I believe that the Paris Mint didn't begin using the cornucopia until 1880. I noticed that the edge bears three seams that indicate that this medal was cast, not stamped. This is not surprising when you consider its size and weight.

 

I believe the inscription on the obverse, "COMPTOIR NATIONAL D'ESCOMPTE DE PARIS", refers to a discount banking institution that was founded in 1848. If someone has a better understanding of the French language, please correct me if I'm wrong.

 

Chris

[cpm9ball]

Chris is the reverse incuse? Seems so deep.

 

Ed

 

Yes, Ed, the "hall" is incuse which, in my opinion, enhances the 3-D effect.

 

Chris

[EZ_E]

Chris, I'm always impressed with you spelling and grammar.

 

Would you tutor Marianne?

 

Well, if the opportunity every arose then I reckon that you'd be the one tutored, son.

[cpm9ball]

Chris, I'm always impressed with you spelling and grammar.

 

My grandmother got me hooked on crossword puzzles when I was five. Then, she had to hide them from me!

 

Would you tutor Marianne?

Well, if the opportunity every arose then I reckon that you'd be the one tutored, son.

 

I think she is too old for me, anyway.

[paperchaser-migration]

Translation is "loosely" something like:

National Paris Discount Agency or

Paris National Discount Center or

National Counter of Discount of Paris