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médaille MONTSÉGUR
| Location | France |
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| Year | 1982 |
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| Period | 20th century |
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| Obverse description | The obverse depicts in high relief the rocky pog of Montségur surmounted by the Cathar fortress, with a radiant sun above. In the lower left portion of the field, a detailed architectural floor plan of the fortress is rendered in low relief. The legend includes the dates 1204 and 16 MARS 1244, referencing the founding and fall of the Cathar stronghold, with the name MONTSÉGUR inscribed along the lower rim. |
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| Obverse lettering | 1204 · 16 MARS 1244 MONTSÉGUR R. PEPIN |
| Reverse description | The reverse features a stylized dove in bold relief, wings spread, set against a dynamic background of radiating architectural elements and crossed beams, evoking light and spiritual ascension. In the upper right, a Cathar-style geometric rosette ornament is depicted, and in the lower field the legend is inscribed in two lines. The engraver's signature R. PÉPIN appears in a recessed cartouche at the base. |
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