Vintage French Augis 18K Gold Médaille d'Amour Dated 1963

About the Item

This truly enchanting vintage French token of affection is a prestigious Médaille d'Amour, created by the renowned house of Alphonse Augis. Expertly crafted in robust eighteen-karat yellow gold, the circular pendant features a richly textured, finely granulated matte background that allows the message to resonate with unparalleled clarity. Centered on the medallion is the famous excerpt from Rosemonde Gérard's poem to her husband, Edmond Rostand: "+ qu'hier - que demain" (more than yesterday, less than tomorrow). The "+" symbol is delicately set with a single sparkling round-cut diamond, while the "-" symbol is formed by two perfectly calibrated synthetic rubies, a combination of stones chosen by Augis himself for their enduring symbolic resonance. The reverse side holds a precious historical inscription, elegantly hand-engraved: "ROBERT À GINETTE 1-6-63," anchoring the piece to a specific moment of love in mid-century France. This exceptional historical jewelry piece, with its profound poetic meaning and superb craftsmanship, represents the pinnacle of twentieth-century French sentimental goldsmithing. It remains an idealized symbol of enduring romance. Every piece in our boutique has a story and may show gentle signs of wear that add to its life and charm. Each jewel is carefully selected, authenticated, and only lightly cleaned to preserve its original patina and character. We hope you’ll love it as much as we do.

Creator:
A. Augis
Metal:
Gold,18k Gold
Stone:
Diamond
Stone Cut:
Round Cut
Weight:
3.22 g
Dimensions:
Width: 0.71 in (18 mm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
Style:
Romantic
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1963
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent vintage condition on front. The reverse shows authentic wear. The rounded edge features faint gold touchstone testing marks, only visible when viewed from a strict perpendicular angle and highlighted in the video.
Seller Location:
BÉZIERS, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU4456229437842