35171 – 1996 1961 Federal Duck Cloisonne Medallion

Produced in Germany by Fleetwood, these stunning Federal Duck Cloisonne medallions make a beautiful addition to your Federal Duck Stamp Collection. Order now, and get yours at a fraction of the original price.

What is Cloisonné?

Cloisonné (pronounced cloy-zuh-NAY) is an enameling technique where thin wires (typically made of gold, silver, or brass) are affixed to a metal base to outline a design. These wire “compartments” (called cloisons, French for “partitions”) are then filled with colored enamel paste made from powdered glass.

The medallion is then fired in a kiln, causing the enamel to melt and harden, and polished smooth so the wires and enamel are flush with each other.