France. Second Empire – Jeton d’entrée Hippodrome et Cirque Soullier – “Troisième” – H. Smith – cuivre – 32 (No reserve price)
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Copper entry token for the Soullier Hippodrome and Circus, Paris, from the Second Empire, 32 mm in diameter, 8.6 g, by H. Smith (Birmingham); obverse with a galloping mounted rider and the legend HIPPODROME ET CIRQUE, reverse inscribed TROISIÈME with crescents and stars; patinated, with wear and visible legends, non graded.
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Rare and interesting admission token for the Hippodrome and Soullier Circus, dating from the Second Empire, in copper, signed H. Smith.
Obverse:
Rider on horseback at a gallop.
Legend: HIPODROME ET CIRQUE
Exergue: SOULLIER
Signature under the exergue: H. SMITH. BIRM.
Reverse:
Central inscription: THIRD, indicating presumably a seating or access category.
Decoration composed of crescents and stars.
This token belongs to the series of tokens linked to the Soullier Circus, a Parisian show venue of the 19th century. Louis Soullier was an important figure in the world of circus and equestrian performances under the Second Empire.
One specimen of the same type is kept at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris, which allows for precise identification of this issue.
Specimen sought by collectors of:
- historical tokens
- exonumia
- shows and circuses
- Paris and the Second Empire
Specifications
Country: France
Period: Second Empire / 19th century
Type: admission token / token
Metal: copper
Diameter: 32 mm
Weight: 8.6 g
Engraver / manufacturer: H. Smith (Birmingham)
Condition
Beautiful old specimen with natural brown-red patina.
Reliefs still well visible and legends legible.
Presence of scratches, wear, and small signs of handling, in keeping with the age of the object.
No hole or mounting visible.
The photographs are an integral part of the description. Please examine them carefully to form your own opinion on the condition.
Seller's Story
I am a private and passionate collector of numismatics, with a particular interest in ancient Greek coins, which form the heart of my personal collection.
I regularly acquire coins at auction houses only, either to complete my collection, or to conduct research and identify pieces that interest me.
Coins that do not fall within my collecting field are then put up for sale. This allows me to continue my research and dedicate the proceeds to enriching my collection of Greek coins.
I pay particular attention to coin identification, their historical context, and the references in major numismatic catalogs.
Translated by Google TranslateRare and interesting admission token for the Hippodrome and Soullier Circus, dating from the Second Empire, in copper, signed H. Smith.
Obverse:
Rider on horseback at a gallop.
Legend: HIPODROME ET CIRQUE
Exergue: SOULLIER
Signature under the exergue: H. SMITH. BIRM.
Reverse:
Central inscription: THIRD, indicating presumably a seating or access category.
Decoration composed of crescents and stars.
This token belongs to the series of tokens linked to the Soullier Circus, a Parisian show venue of the 19th century. Louis Soullier was an important figure in the world of circus and equestrian performances under the Second Empire.
One specimen of the same type is kept at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris, which allows for precise identification of this issue.
Specimen sought by collectors of:
- historical tokens
- exonumia
- shows and circuses
- Paris and the Second Empire
Specifications
Country: France
Period: Second Empire / 19th century
Type: admission token / token
Metal: copper
Diameter: 32 mm
Weight: 8.6 g
Engraver / manufacturer: H. Smith (Birmingham)
Condition
Beautiful old specimen with natural brown-red patina.
Reliefs still well visible and legends legible.
Presence of scratches, wear, and small signs of handling, in keeping with the age of the object.
No hole or mounting visible.
The photographs are an integral part of the description. Please examine them carefully to form your own opinion on the condition.
Seller's Story
I am a private and passionate collector of numismatics, with a particular interest in ancient Greek coins, which form the heart of my personal collection.
I regularly acquire coins at auction houses only, either to complete my collection, or to conduct research and identify pieces that interest me.
Coins that do not fall within my collecting field are then put up for sale. This allows me to continue my research and dedicate the proceeds to enriching my collection of Greek coins.
I pay particular attention to coin identification, their historical context, and the references in major numismatic catalogs.
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Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country/province
France
Year/period and variation
Second Empire – Jeton d’entrée Hippodrome et Cirque Soullier – “Troisième” – H. Smith – cuivre – 32
Precious metal
copper
Condition
Ungraded
Number of objects
1
Theme
Circus
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