French 1911 Physical & Military Training Prize Medal

[Tim B]

Hello everyone,

Does anyone have more specific information on these medals? I know they were minted my the Paris mint in 1911 and issued by the Ministry of War. Basically, if you want peace, you have to train for war. But, who received these and for what service or act?

Usually I see the bronze pieces in 50 MM size and know there are silver versions as well. Now, I see these in the smaller (36 MM) size and wonder what the significance might be between the two sizes, if any.

Additionally, I assume the silver versions marked (Argent) are not really solid silver, but either silver filled or silvered metal. The smaller (gilt) coin is marked "2 Argent".

Appreciate any help or information.

Tim

[Tim B]

Here's the edge stampings; both have the Monnaise de Paris cornucopia.

Tim

[Tim B]

Really an intricate design with various articles of fighting. Note the airplane on top of the reverse; you can actually see the pilot!!

Tim

[Tim B]

And the smaller silver-gilt piece. Same details

Tim