None (Souvenir Medallic Token)
Lac d'Annecy / Prison d'Annecy Souvenir Token
France · Late 20th to early 21st century
A golden souvenir medal featuring the Lac d'Annecy landscape with a rower on one side and the famous Palais de l'Isle (Prison d'Annecy) on the other, produced by Fonderie Saint Luc.
- Country
- France
- Year
- Late 20th to early 21st century
- Denomination
- None (Souvenir Medallic Token)
- Metal
- Gilded brass or bronze
- Grade
- About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS) with minor handling marks
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Overview
A golden souvenir medal featuring the Lac d'Annecy landscape with a rower on one side and the famous Palais de l'Isle (Prison d'Annecy) on the other, produced by Fonderie Saint Luc.
Historical significance
Issued as a tourist souvenir or commemorative token celebrating the scenic landmarks of Annecy, a picturesque alpine town in southeastern France known for its lake and historic mediaeval architecture.
Obverse (front)
Depicts a scenic view of Lac d'Annecy with mountain ranges in the background and a lone person rowing a small boat in the foreground. Inscribed with '- LAC D'ANNECY -' at the top and '- Fonderie Saint Luc -' at the bottom.
Reverse (back)
Depicts the historic Palais de l'Isle (often referred to as the Prison d'Annecy), a famous triangular medieval castle situated on an island in the Thiou canal. Inscribed with 'PRISON D'ANNECY' at the top and '- Fonderie Saint Luc -' at the bottom.
Estimated value
$2-$10
What drives this coin's value
Condition, visual appeal, and local souvenir collectibility
Grade assessment
About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS) with minor handling marks
Mintage & rarity
Common tourist souvenir
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
As a modern commercial souvenir token, counterfeiting is extremely rare and financially non-viable.
Notable varieties & errors
Standard commercial souvenir issue with no known significant error varieties
Similar coins
French tourist tokens (Medailles Tourisme) and similar European commemorative medals
Care & preservation
Store in a dry environment away from moisture and direct sunlight. Avoid touching the polished surfaces with bare fingers to prevent oils from tarnishing the golden finish. Do not clean with harsh chemicals or abrasives.
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