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Commemorative Medal – Bonaparte General in Chief – Eastern Campaign, 1798
Commemorative Medal – Bonaparte General in Chief – Eastern Campaign, 1798
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A remarkable copper medal struck on the occasion of the Egyptian campaign, depicting Bonaparte as Commander-in-Chief in 1798. It embodies the conquering aura of the young strategist even before his imperial accession.
A piece of history and art, finely engraved.
Date: Napoleon in Egypt on July 25, 1798.
Character: Napoleon Bonaparte, Commander-in-Chief.
Event: Departure of the expedition from Egypt.
Metal: Copper.
Weight: 43 gr.
Diameter: 40.5 mm.
Obverse: Profile of Bonaparte with laureate's coat of arms, legend "BONAPARTE GENERAL IN CHIEF".
Reverse: Bonaparte on horseback facing left, raising his right arm. In the background, Egyptian pyramids. Soldiers lined up on the right, carrying rifles. 'Soldiers! From the top of these pyramids, 40 centuries look down upon us.'
Engraver: A. BOVY.
Condition: Very good, beautiful brown patina, dent on edge.
This medal commemorates the departure of the Egyptian expedition, a crucial moment in Napoleon's career.
It symbolizes his meteoric rise and the artistic propaganda of the late Revolution, foreshadowing the Empire.
Rare medal dating from before the Consulate.
A youthful and martial representation of Bonaparte.
Perfect for a Napoleonic or Revolutionary collection.
A historical and aesthetically pleasing numismatic piece.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and are binding on the buyer.
The purchase constitutes acceptance of the condition of the item as presented.
