{"product_id":"french-equestrian-award-plaque-1956","title":"French Vintage Horse Plaque Society Award Trophy Sign Nantes 1956 1212252","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:24px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:24px;text-align:center;\"\u003eFrench Horse Plaque\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage French horse plaque represents the equestrian heritage of mid-20th century France, awarded by the Societe Hippique Francaise in Nantes during 1956. The plaque commemorates a fifth place prize from the Commerce Nantais, reflecting the importance of regional equestrian competitions in post-war French society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval metal plaque features raised lettering cast in bronze-toned metal with a distinctive red enamel finish. The text clearly displays \"SOCIETE HIPPIQUE FRANCAISE 1956\" along with \"C.H. DE NANTES PRIX DU COMMERCE NANTAIS 5e PRIX\" in period typography. Decorative crown-like elements appear at the top, characteristic of formal French institutional awards from this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 13.5cm x 9.5cm (5.3\" x 3.7\"), this French horse plaque shows authentic aging consistent with its 1956 date. The red enamel finish displays period wear while the raised lettering remains clearly legible. A mounting loop at the top indicates its original display purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece appeals to collectors of French equestrian memorabilia, vintage sports awards, and regional French history. The Nantes provenance adds specific geographical interest for those focused on Loire-Atlantique collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95% of my items are tariff-free to the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- fmf-optimised --\u003e\n\u003c!-- fmf-shopify --\u003e","brand":"Fleamarketfrance : French vintage and antique decor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56380972335448,"sku":"323369390027_15DE_9F1A_2652_1567","price":102.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/5776\/2392\/files\/57_d94c14ef-58cf-4d3f-a067-1c4637596b30.jpg?v=1775813995","url":"https:\/\/fleamarketfrance.com\/products\/french-equestrian-award-plaque-1956","provider":"Fleamarketfrance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}