1720 Switzerland Jean-Papire Masson Commemorative Medal by Jean Dassier
A Masterpiece of 18th-Century Medallic Art From the Celebrated "Hommes Illustres" Series
Step into the intellectual world of the European Enlightenment with this exquisite 1720 bronze medal honoring the renowned historian and critic Jean-Papire Masson (1544–1611). Struck in Geneva by the legendary master engraver Jean Dassier, this piece is a proud part of the historically significant series Les Hommes Illustres du Siecle de Louis XIV.
Preserved in pristine uncirculated condition, this miniature work of art represents the absolute pinnacle of Swiss medallic craftsmanship, offering a tangible connection to 18th-century numismatic history and European scholarship.
Product Specifications
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Type / Commemoration: Commemorative Medal honoring Jean-Papire Masson
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Year of Issue: 1720
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Engraver / Mint: Jean Dassier (Geneva, Switzerland)
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Country of Origin: Switzerland
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Composition: Bronze
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Condition: Uncirculated
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Catalog Reference: Number 4a, Chapter III, Les Hommes Illustres du Siecle de Louis XIV, in William Eisler's Jean Dassier, Medal Engraver: Geneva, Paris and London, 1700-1733, Volume I
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Diameter: 1.111 inches
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Weight: 0.381 ounces
Key Features & Historical Significance
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Master Engraver Provenance: Crafted by Jean Dassier, one of the most celebrated European medallists of the 18th century, globally renowned for his flawless portraiture and crisp relief work.
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The "Hommes Illustres" Series: Belongs to Dassier's iconic medallic tribute capturing the most influential minds, scholars, and statesmen of the era of Louis XIV.
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Subject Legacy: Commemorates Jean-Papire Masson (1544–1611), a towering Renaissance figure celebrated for his foundational contributions to French history, geography, and literary criticism.
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Pristine Uncirculated Preservation: Maintained in immaculate uncirculated condition, retaining its original rich bronze luster, sharp design lines, and delicate medallic details over three centuries after its creation.
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