Enrich your collection with this historically significant Pierre Dionis du Séjour commemorative plaquette, struck in 1942 in France. Crafted in bronze with a 76.5 x 63.5 mm dimension and weighing 239.4 g, this plaquette is a tribute to the esteemed professor of clinical surgery and a respected member of the Académie de Chirurgie.
Characteristics:
- Material: Bronze
- Dimensions: 76.5 x 63.5 mm
- Weight: 239.4 g
- Edge: Smooth with "corne d'abondance METAL D"
- Engraver: Guilbert
- Date: 1942
Obverse: Displays a finely detailed profile bust of Pierre Dionis du Séjour, signed by the engraver Guilbert. The left-facing portrait exudes respect and admiration for his contributions to surgical education and practice.
Reverse: Features an elaborate crowned coat of arms along with an 8-line inscription honoring Professor Dionis du Séjour’s dedication to clinical surgery at the University of Clermont-Ferrand, his association with the Académie de Chirurgie, and his impact on students, colleagues, and friends.
This collectible plaquette is perfect for historians, medical professionals, and numismatic enthusiasts who appreciate the blend of artistic craftsmanship and historical reverence. An ideal piece for commemorating French medical history and celebrating the legacy of a true pioneer in surgery and education.
