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Medal - Jeton du Crédit foncier de l'île Maurice
| Location | Mauritius |
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| Year | 1864 |
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| Composition | Copper |
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| Obverse description | The octagonal obverse features a seated allegorical female figure in classical robes, holding a sheaf of wheat in her left arm and a cornucopia in her right hand, with an anchor and farming implements to her left and a basket of fruit at her feet, symbolising abundance and prosperity. The Latin legend EX FIDE COPIA arcs across the upper field. The engraver's name DESAIDE appears in the lower exergue. |
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| Obverse lettering | EX FIDE COPIA |
| Reverse description | The octagonal reverse displays a wreathed composition of laurel and oak branches tied with a ribbon bow at the base, enclosing a three-line inscription in bold relief in the central field. The circular legend CRÉDIT FONCIER DE L'ILE MAURICE runs along the upper periphery, with small decorative rosettes at the lower sides and base. |
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