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Murat French medals and jewelry with intricate craftsmanship

Murat

French Medal Maker and Pioneer in Jewelry Craftsmanship Introduction The name Murat is synonymous with elegance, craftsmanship, and tradition in the world of French medals

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Mayaud Brothers medal production process with tools and molds

Mayaud Frères

Masters of French Medal Making Introduction The Mayaud Brothers (Les Frères Mayaud) stand as one of the most respected names in French medal craftsmanship. Known

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Pichard-Balme medal molds with religious medals beside them

Pichard-Balme

Article: The Legacy of Pichard-Balme: French Medal and Jewelry Maker In the realm of French craftsmanship, few names hold as much prestige as Pichard-Balme. This

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Portrait of the Penin family, famous French medal engravers from Lyon, showcasing several generations of engravers working in an artistic workshop

Penin Family

The Penin Family: Renowned French Medal Artists from Lyon Since 1830, the Penin name has been synonymous with exceptional craftsmanship in the world of medal

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Portrait of Louis-Alexandre Bottée, French medal engraver and sculptor, wearing formal attire in a 19th-century engraving workshop setting

Louis Alexandre Bottée

Louis-Alexandre Bottée: A Master of French Medal Engraving Louis-Alexandre Bottée was a highly esteemed French medal engraver and sculptor, whose work had a profound impact

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