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Medal - Return of the ashes of Napoleon Bonaparte
| Location | France |
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| Year | 1840 |
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| Technique | Struck |
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| Obverse description | Laureate bust of Napoleon Bonaparte in right-facing profile, rendered in high relief with fine detail to the laurel wreath and hair. The surrounding legend, arranged in verses, runs along the full circumference of the field. |
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| Reverse description | A three-masted sailing ship navigates rough seas between rocky outcroppings, with the domed silhouette of Les Invalides visible to the right. Above, rays of light emanate from clouds bearing the initial N, symbolizing Napoleon's guiding star. The Roman numeral date appears in the exergue. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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