Benefactor robinjojo Posted June 6, 2022 · Benefactor Benefactor Share Posted June 6, 2022 (edited) Here's a very interesting recent arrival (today). It is a silver ("argent" on edge) medal issued by the University of France (1808-1896) in the 19th century. The obverse has Athena facing right, Skylla perched in the helmet also facing right, arm raised her forehead, Alphée Dubois below . The reverse has the following inscription: "University of France Advisory Committee for Higher Education". 38.3mm, 29.7 grams Here's the Lucania Thourioi, stater Circa 400-350 BC with a similar obverse design, albeit crude with some corrosion. 7.55 grams Alphée Dubois was a sculptor and medallist. Born in Paris. Son of J E Dubois. Studied under Barre and Duret. Won the Prix de Rome in 1855. Edited June 6, 2022 by robinjojo 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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