{"product_id":"french-horse-show-medal-1913-2404249","title":"French Horse Show Medal 1913 Vintage Competition Trophy Maine Loire 2404249","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 Show Medal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic French horse show medal from 1913 represents an important piece of equestrian heritage from the Maine et Loire region. Awarded by the Societe Hippique de Maine et Loire for their annual competition, this bronze medal commemorated achievements in obstacle courses and recognized excellence in equestrian sport during the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval bronze medal displays raised text reading \"Concours 1913 Courses d'Obstacles Prix des Dames Gentlemen 3e Prix.\" The embossed lettering demonstrates period craftsmanship typical of French sporting awards from this era. The surface exhibits natural patina and oxidation consistent with genuine vintage bronze, showing characteristic wear that confirms its authentic age and historical provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 23cm x 13.5cm (9.1\" x 5.3\"), this substantial medal remains in well-preserved condition considering its 110-year age. The bronze construction shows typical surface wear and patination expected from an early 20th century sporting award. A hanging ring at the top indicates it was designed for display purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis equestrian award would appeal to collectors of French sporting memorabilia, horse enthusiasts, or those interested in early 20th century agricultural competition history. The medal serves as documentation of French equestrian traditions and regional sporting culture.\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\n\u003c!-- SEO_ROTATION_START --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: 24px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\nAuthentic French vintage piece. Carefully packed and shipped worldwide.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SEO_ROTATION_END --\u003e\n","brand":"Fleamarketfrance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54371658400088,"sku":"323369390027_C2CA_48C1","price":144.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/5776\/2392\/files\/57_eb23bc3c-9d49-47eb-95ed-1c676e8761ad.jpg?v=1775809125","url":"https:\/\/fleamarketfrance.com\/products\/french-horse-show-medal-1913-2404249","provider":"Fleamarketfrance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}