Grenouille Frog Car Mascots. Grenouille is the French word for frog and frog mascots are often referred to by their French name especially if the mascot is of French origin. Frogs are collectible in their own right so these type of mascots can appeal to both frog collectors and mascot collectors.
Below are some examples and price guides of grenouille frog mascots including a French mascot of a frog in the moon and Paul Francis Louchet frog in a shell mascot.
A ‘Grenouille et la Lune’ mascot, French, 1920s,
Nickel plated metal, 4 Inches High, on period radiator cap.
Sold for US$892.50 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2021
A Grenouille Car Mascot, No. 1146
designed 1928
clear and frosted
2 ½ in. (6 cm.) high
engraved R. Lalique France
Sold for GBP 7,500 at Christie’s in 2018
Paul Francis Louchet Nickel-Plated Bronze Frog Dragging Shell Automobile Mascot, circa 1920 Marks: LOUCHET 2-1/2 inches (6.4 cm) (excluding base)
Sold for US$2,000 at Heritage Auctions in 2019
