Centennial of the Bank of France, 1800-1900 [obverse] 1900

This bronze medal, designed by French sculptor Louis-Oscar Roty in 1900, commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Bank of France. The obverse features a female figure, likely representing France, wearing a helmet with a winged figure atop it, symbolizing financial growth and prosperity. The inscription around the edge reads "Centenaire de la Banque de France 1800-1900," indicating the historical period celebrated by the medal. Roty's use of fine detail and realistic depiction of the figure contributes to the overall grandeur of the artwork.