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Silver medal for second place winner at the VIII Summer Olympic …

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PARIS 1924 Silver medal for second place winner at the VIII Summer Olympic Games. Engraved by André Rivaud, Monnaie de Paris workshop. In silver. Weight 76 grs (hallmarked, smooth edge). Manufactured in 304 pieces. Diameter 55 mm (slight scratch).

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PARIS 1924 Silver medal for second place winner at the VIII Summer Olympic Games. Engraved by André Rivaud, Monnaie de Paris workshop. In silver. Weight 76 grs (hallmarked, smooth edge). Manufactured in 304 pieces. Diameter 55 mm (slight scratch).

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