Augis

Pre-Owned Augis Medals & Fine Jewelry: French Love Tokens Since 1907

Augis medals carry the legacy of a French house founded in Lyon in 1907 by Alphonse Augis. Every piece reflects that heritage, from the iconic Augis Love Medal inscribed "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" (More than yesterday, less than tomorrow) to religious medals, yellow gold charm pendants and ruby-set rings celebrating love and faith.

The Augis Love Medal: A French Tradition

At Castafiore, we curate authenticated pre-owned Augis pieces spanning the Maison's most celebrated creations. Shop medals and fine pieces below and discover the French tradition of love tokens.

History of the Augis Love Medal

The Augis Love Medal was created by Alphonse Augis in the early 20th century, inspired by Rosemonde Gerard's poem: "Car, vois-tu, chaque jour je t'aime davantage, Aujourd'hui plus qu'hier et bien moins que demain." This inscription, abbreviated as "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain," became the signature of the Augis Love Medal, transforming romantic poetry into wearable art.

Augis Love Medal Designs

Shop Augis love medal pendants online and compare by metal type. The medal features in yellow gold, white gold or rose gold, often accented with a ruby symbolizing passion. Round and heart-shaped variations exist, each maintaining the poetic inscription. These Augis love medals represent the Maison's most recognized creation, gifted for engagements, weddings and anniversaries.

Religious Medals and Baptism Gifts

Maison Augis creates religious medals for baptism and communion. Virgin Mary medals, angel medals and cross pendants in yellow gold serve as traditional French baptism gifts. Many families pass these medals through generations, creating heirloom collections.

Augis Fine Jewelry Collections

The house Augis expanded beyond medals to create fine pieces maintaining the brand's romantic aesthetic and French craftsmanship.

Rings and Signet Rings

Augis rings feature yellow gold construction, often set with rubies and diamonds. Signet rings showcase the Maison's engraving expertise, with some incorporating the "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" inscription. Ruby-set versions add color symbolism to romantic pieces.

Necklaces and Charm Pendants

Augis necklaces feature delicate chains in yellow gold or white gold, crafted to showcase medal pendants. Augis charm pendants allow wearers to personalize pieces by adding multiple medals. These yellow gold pendants demonstrate French chain-making traditions.

Vintage Augis Jewelry

Vintage Augis pieces from the early to mid-20th century appear occasionally in the pre-owned market. Early Alphonse Augis creations feature Art Nouveau influences, while mid-century pieces demonstrate streamlined elegance. Collectors seek vintage Augis items for their historical significance.

Materials and Craftsmanship in Augis Jewelry

Augis pieces showcase traditional French goldsmithing applied to romantic and religious themes, creating works that balance symbolism with wearable luxury.

18k Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Craftsmanship

Yellow gold dominates Augis creations, reflecting French traditions. The Maison works primarily in 18-karat gold, ensuring substantial weight and durability. White gold appears in contemporary pieces, while rose gold adds romantic warmth. The house Augis maintains Lyon goldsmithing standards established by Alphonse Augis over a century ago.

Symbolic Rubies, Diamonds, and Gemstones

Rubies play a symbolic role in Augis love medals, representing passion. Small rubies accent many Augis love medal creations, adding color to yellow gold surfaces. Diamonds appear in elaborate pieces, often set in pavé work around inscriptions. The Maison selects gemstones for symbolic meaning as much as visual impact.

The Symbolism of Augis Medals

Understanding the symbolism behind Augis medals enhances appreciation for these French pieces and their role in life's meaningful moments.

Love Today Yesterday Tomorrow

The inscription "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" captures eternal love's growth, expressing love today yesterday tomorrow in perpetual expansion. The Augis love medal transforms this sentiment into a daily reminder worn close to the heart. Many couples exchange these medals as engagement or wedding gifts.

Religious and Spiritual Symbolism

Augis religious medals carry Catholic symbolism traditional in French culture. Virgin Mary medals invoke maternal protection, angel medals represent divine guardianship, and cross pendants symbolize faith. These medals mark spiritual milestones in French Catholic tradition.

Authentication and Expert Assessment at Castafiore

Every pre-owned Augis medal and piece undergoes rigorous physical authentication before being listed in our shop.

Verification by Anne Borde and Charlotte Rey

Anne Borde, with three decades of auction house experience at Drouot, examines every hallmark, 750 gold mark and Augis signature against official house Augis archives. Charlotte Rey, former Director of High Jewelry at Cartier, evaluates goldwork quality, ruby and diamond settings, and engraving precision specific to Maison Augis craftsmanship. Each piece receives an individual condition assessment with detailed documentation.

Choosing Your Augis Jewelry Online

Selecting the ideal Augis piece involves understanding the symbolism, occasion and preferences. Our online shop makes it easy to explore authenticated medals and fine pieces.

Selecting by Occasion and Symbolism

Shop our selection and compare by specific occasions. The Augis Love Medal suits engagements, weddings and anniversaries. Religious medals serve as baptism and communion presents. Consider the recipient's style: traditional yellow gold appeals to classic tastes, while white gold offers contemporary elegance.

Metal and Gemstone Considerations

Yellow gold Augis pieces create warm, traditional statements. White gold provides cool sophistication. Rose gold adds romantic warmth particularly suited to love medals. Ruby accents enhance symbolic meaning in love pieces, while diamond-set creations offer additional brilliance.

Caring for Your Augis Jewelry

Clean your Augis pieces using warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth. Professional cleaning every six months maintains optimal condition and verifies setting security, particularly important for vintage Augis items. Store medals in individual pouches to prevent scratches.

Acquiring Your Pre-Owned Augis Jewelry

Shop pre-owned Augis medals and fine pieces at Castafiore to access French love tokens from a Lyon Maison whose romantic creations have marked life's meaningful moments for over a century.

Explore Our Online Shop

Shop our authenticated collection online with detailed images of each piece. Every listing includes clear pricing, condition reports and close-up photographs showing inscription details and gemstone quality. Augis pieces, particularly vintage items from the Alphonse Augis period and rare Augis love medals with rubies, appear infrequently in the pre-owned market.

Expert Consultation and Delivery

We offer free expert consultation with secure worldwide shipping. Our team provides detailed information on Maison Augis history, the symbolism of specific medals, and the significance of inscriptions including "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain." Every purchase includes our authentication guarantee, backed by decades of luxury expertise from Anne Borde and Charlotte Rey.

Shop pre-owned Augis medals at Castafiore to acquire pieces authenticated by experts who understand French goldsmithing traditions. From iconic Augis love medal pendants inscribed with Rosemonde Gerard's eternal verse to religious medals marking spiritual milestones, from yellow gold rings set with rubies to vintage Augis charm pendants, each piece expresses the romantic spirit that defines this legendary Lyon Maison.