Leclerc Chiefs in the Second War 1939 1945 - France

Location Venezuela
Year 1957
Type Commemorative medal
Composition Silver (.950)
Weight 15 g
Diameter 30 mm
Thickness
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation
Edge Reeded
Period Fourth Republic (1953-1999)
Notice
Reference(s)
Obverse description Portrait of Marshal Philippe Leclerc de Hauteclocque, one of the main military leaders of Free France during the Second World War. A major figure in the Liberation, he is best known for his command of the 2nd Armored Division.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering JEFES EN LA SEGUNDA GUERRA CHIEFS IN THE SECOND WAR 1939 1945 FRANCIA FRANCE LECLERC
Reverse description Eagle with wings spread, looking left and holding a sword in its talons. On the right, the cornucopia mark of the Monnaie de Paris.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering JEFES EN LA SEGUNDA GUERRA CHIEFS IN THE SECOND WAR 1939 1945 ARGENT 950 1939 1945 R.C P.C-V BANCO ITALO-VENEZOLANO VENEZUELA 1957
Mintage
Numisquare ID 3622677740
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