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Mardi Gras Token - Alla A Tribute To Jules Verne, New Orleans, Louisiana
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1979 |
| Type | Event token |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a dynamic composite scene in high relief paying tribute to Jules Verne, depicting a steamship, a submarine, a hot air balloon, and a rocket among waves and stars. The bold legend 'A TRIBUTE TO JULES VERNE' arcs across the upper field, with the date '1979' prominently displayed in the lower exergue area. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays an ornate heraldic coat of arms in relief, featuring a crowned shield flanked by supporters and surmounted by an eagle, associated with the Krewe of Alla. The circular legend reads 'ALLA' and '1952' in the upper field, with 'NEW ORLEANS · MARDI GRAS' around the lower periphery. |
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| Reverse lettering | ALLA 1952 NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS |
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