Commemorative Medals, Numismatic Books

France, Centenary of the Conservatoire Nationale des Arts et Métiers, 1898, a plated bronze award plaque by H.A.J. Patey, female figure representing Technique showing the implements of industry to pupils and teachers, rev. tablet above view of the Conservatoire, named (Cours Publiques 1930-1931, M. Chaussin), 68 x 48mm (PBE 664; CGMP p.299 for obv.; BDM IV, 427; cf. DNW 38, 731 for obv.). Extremely fine, scarce £50-70