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France, Henri Giffard’s Balloon Ascension over Paris, 1878, silver-gilt, 51 mm., by C. Trotin, captive balloon over the Tuileries, panorama of Paris beyond, reverse inscription (Malpas 99). Nearly extremely fine, minor marks, suspension loop removed, attractive nonetheless, and rare in this metal (£80-100)

Engraved on the medal is the name of Henri Leblois and the 4 hour 13 minute duration of his flight on 31st October 1878.