Paquebot Île de France

Location France
Year
Type Commemorative medal
Composition Copper-nickel
Weight 31 g
Diameter 41 mm
Thickness
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Edge Plain
Period Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Notice
Reference(s)
Obverse description The `Île de France`, one of the postal ships designed to carry passengers and mail, was laid up in October 1924 and launched in March 1926 at the Saint-Nazaire - Penhoët shipyard. `1927` corresponds to the date of her maiden voyage, from Le Havre to New York on June 22, 1927.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering ILE DE FRANCE 1927 C. GONDARD
Reverse description Interior view with coat of arms and staircase.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering Cie Gle Transatlantique French Line C. GONDARD
Mintage
Numisquare ID 9514173100
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