Medallic Souvenir Token (No Face Value)
Haute-Savoie Palais de l'Isle / Annecy Pont des Amours Souvenir Token
France · Late 20th to early 21st century
A bright gold-colored medallic souvenir token featuring the Palais de l'Isle in Annecy on one side and the Pont des Amours with a boat on the other, produced by Fonderie Saint Luc.
- Country
- France
- Year
- Late 20th to early 21st century
- Denomination
- Medallic Souvenir Token (No Face Value)
- Metal
- Gold-plated brass or bronze alloy
- Grade
- Mint State / Uncirculated (bright reflective surfaces with virtually no wear)
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Overview
A bright gold-colored medallic souvenir token featuring the Palais de l'Isle in Annecy on one side and the Pont des Amours with a boat on the other, produced by Fonderie Saint Luc.
Historical significance
Issued as a tourist souvenir medallion celebrating regional landmarks of Haute-Savoie, specifically the historic Palais de l'Isle prison/castle and the scenic Pont des Amours in Annecy, France.
Obverse (front)
Depicts the Palais de l'Isle, a historic 12th-century castle and former prison located in the canals of Annecy, with the text 'HAUTE-SAVOIE PALAIS DE L'ISLE' curving along the upper rim.
Reverse (back)
Depicts the Pont des Amours (Lovers' Bridge) in Annecy with a boat beneath carrying people, with the text 'ANNECY PONT DES AMOURS' along the top rim and 'Fonderie Saint Luc' along the bottom.
Estimated value
$2 - $10 USD
What drives this coin's value
Valued primarily as a sentimental tourist keepsake or regional collectible rather than precious metal bullion value.
Grade assessment
Mint State / Uncirculated (bright reflective surfaces with virtually no wear)
Mintage & rarity
Common tourist souvenir, mass-produced
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
As a common modern souvenir token, counterfeits are virtually nonexistent. Check for base metal beneath the plating if worn.
Notable varieties & errors
None; standard commemorative tourist issue.
Similar coins
Other French regional tourism medals, such as Monnaie de Paris tourist tokens.
Care & preservation
Store in a dry place, preferably in a protective plastic flip or capsule. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishing to preserve the gold-plated finish.
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