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The Savoyard Giant — Ferdinand Contat — biographical notes on the reverse - Front — Front

The Savoyard Giant — Ferdinand Contat — biographical notes on the reverse - Back — Back

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The Savoyard Giant — Ferdinand Contat — biographical notes on the reverse

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Description

Photograph of Ferdinand Contat, the Savoyard giant born in 1902, measuring 2m35 and weighing 413 pounds, with a thumb covering a 5-franc coin and arm span of 2m52. The reverse details his physical characteristics and his unique status in the world due to his corpulence. The publisher is 'GRAPHIL' and the text is printed in French.

Characteristics

Type: Antique postcard (CPA)
Reference: HQL35
Condition: good condition
Availability: Unique piece
Condition: Guaranteed as shown in front and back scans

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Reference: HQL35

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