Magazine 58F

Rubriques

March 4, 2022

medal or medallion second-hand ?

Two types of pendants which each have their own character and symbols. We invite you to discover their particularities in a few illustrations.

The vintage medallion, sentimental jewelry

The medallion is a jewel widely worn in the 19th century, which has the particularity of opening. It is most often round or oval. It can contain a photo, a lock of hair, a souvenir... Initially, the medallion contains a portrait as a souvenir of loved ones. On the back, you can find an engraving, a date, an initial which will indicate a significant person or moment.
It is therefore a romantic and sentimental jewel par excellence.

Here are some examples of the many choices of medallions second-hand to keep with you.

The vintage medal, symbol and portrait

The history of the medal is linked to that of the currency. Originally, it appeared in the Roman Empire then in the Middle Ages. The medal was awarded to people with power.
During the Renaissance, the medal became more famous in Europe when Pisanello created his first and famous medal in 1439 in homage to the Byzantine Emperor John VIII Palaiologos during his visit to Italy.
Since the 19th century, the medal has been given to soldiers and diplomats, but also at religious, family or sporting events. You will therefore most often find it representing a portrait or symbols, engraved in hollow or in relief, decorated with stones or pearls...

And here are some examples of medals second-hand.

And find our entire selection of medals And medallions !