Belgium - Bronzen plaquette, door de Belgische graveur en medailleur Alphonse Mauquoy (1880–1954) te - Commemorative token - 1931

This bronze plaquette was crafted by Alphonse Mauquoy, a renowned Belgian engraver and medallist active from the late 19th century into the mid-20th century. Mauquoy’s work often reflects detailed craftsmanship combining artistic portraiture with commemorative themes. A 1931 commemorative token of this nature would typically mark a significant event or anniversary in Belgium, serving both as a collectible and a historical memento. Bronze as a material gives the plaquette durability and a warm patina, favored for medals and tokens. Such pieces are prized among collectors interested in medallic art, Belgian cultural history, and the work of prominent medallists.