A charming mid-20th century French Catholic pilgrimage pin honoring Notre-Dame de Montauban, featuring a beautifully executed debossed gilt image of the revered Marian statue set against a striking porcelain-style enamel background in white and pale blue. The oval design is inscribed “Diocèse de Montauban” with “Notre-Dame de Montauban” surrounding the central image, commemorating one of southern France’s historic Marian shrines.
The raised gilt relief contrasts elegantly with the smooth enamel surface, creating depth and visual richness while highlighting the crowned Virgin and Child. The reverse retains its original pin assembly and bears the maker’s mark “G. PIELL – Paris”, identifying the piece as a quality French devotional souvenir produced for pilgrims and visitors to the Diocese of Montauban.
Compact yet finely detailed, this pin is an excellent addition to collections of French religious memorabilia, Marian devotionals, pilgrimage souvenirs, or antique Catholic accessories.
Dimensions: 1⅜ inches tall
Weight: 0.37 ounces
Estimated Age: Circa 1930–1955
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear, including minor surface scratches, light enamel wear, and natural patina to the metal. The original pin mechanism remains present and functional. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the item description.
Disclaimer: This description has been prepared with as much historical and material accuracy as possible based on visual examination. Unless explicitly stated, this item has not been professionally authenticated, appraised, or certified by a recognized authority. Age, origin, and materials represent informed opinions rather than guaranteed facts.
A charming mid-20th century French Catholic pilgrimage pin honoring Notre-Dame de Montauban, featuring a beautifully executed debossed gilt image of the revered Marian statue set against a striking porcelain-style enamel background in white and pale blue. The oval design is inscribed “Diocèse de Montauban” with “Notre-Dame de Montauban” surrounding the central image, commemorating one of southern France’s historic Marian shrines.
The raised gilt relief contrasts elegantly with the smooth enamel surface, creating depth and visual richness while highlighting the crowned Virgin and Child. The reverse retains its original pin assembly and bears the maker’s mark “G. PIELL – Paris”, identifying the piece as a quality French devotional souvenir produced for pilgrims and visitors to the Diocese of Montauban.
Compact yet finely detailed, this pin is an excellent addition to collections of French religious memorabilia, Marian devotionals, pilgrimage souvenirs, or antique Catholic accessories.
Dimensions: 1⅜ inches tall
Weight: 0.37 ounces
Estimated Age: Circa 1930–1955
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear, including minor surface scratches, light enamel wear, and natural patina to the metal. The original pin mechanism remains present and functional. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the item description.
Disclaimer: This description has been prepared with as much historical and material accuracy as possible based on visual examination. Unless explicitly stated, this item has not been professionally authenticated, appraised, or certified by a recognized authority. Age, origin, and materials represent informed opinions rather than guaranteed facts.
