Commemorative medals/Company, institution and association
medals
Composition
Silver (.950)
Weight
226 g
Diameter
72 mm
Thickness
5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled (high
relief)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge
Smooth with inscription and cornucopia. Script: Latin Lettering: 1969 1 ARGENT
Period
Notice
Georges Thurotte
Reference(s)
Obverse description
Exterior view of Solesmes Abbey, a Gothic-style building. Stylized clouds in foreground. Signature G. THUROTTE lower right.
Obverse lettering
ABBAYE DE SOLESMES
G. THUROTTE
Obverse script
Latin
Reverse description
Blazon in the center, divided into four parts with eagles, lions and floral motifs. Abbot`s crook above the coat of arms. Circular inscription all around.
Reverse lettering
FIAT
PAX IN VIRTUTE TUA
Reverse script
Latin
Engraver
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
