The Silich Collection of Historical and Art Medals (Part I)

FRANCE, Jubilé Parlementaire [Parliamentary Jubilee], 1952, a bronze medal by R. Iché, bust of Albert Sarraut left, small head of Marianne to right below, rev. the three faces of La République, 68mm, 143.24g (CGMP p.954). Extremely fine £40-£50

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Silich Collection of Historical and Art Medals.

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Albert-Pierre Sarraut (1872-1962), b. Bordeaux, was Governor-General of French Indo-China from 1912 to 1914, and 1917 to 1919, Prime Minister of France 1933 and 1936, and supporter of the Vichy régime.