Ancient, British and World Coins and Banknotes

France, Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, the Launch of the Normandie, 1935, an Art Deco bronze medal by J. Vernon, sea-goddess freeing sea-horse, rev. liner under steam, 68mm (BM Acq. 1978-82, p.60, 142; cf. DNW 61, 1373). Rim bruise on obverse at 2 o’clock, otherwise very fine; in maroon fitted case (£90-120)