Large Gilt Bronze Medallion with Profile of Napoleon Bonaparte. Bicentenary of Birth 1769 - 1969.Large Gilt Bronze Medallion with Profile of Napoleon Bonaparte. This was issued to celebrate the bicentenary of his birth, 1769 1969. The obverse with a very well cast relief portrait of a youthful Emperor Napoleon I. The reverse with a cot in relief and the house where Napoleon was born. In excellent condition with very light surface wear. Approximate weight is 400 grams. Approximate dimensions are 9. 5 cm diameter and 1. 2 cm height.