French One Sol

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Date:1779

Description:

French copper sol, 1779

Diameter 21mm

The obverse features the bust of Louis XVI facing left. The inscription reads 'LUDOV. XVI. D. GRATIA', 'Louis XVI By the Grace of God'. There is an unidentified mintmark below. The reverse features the French Royal Coat of Arms - a shield bearing three fleur-de-lys with a crown above. The inscription, which is barely legible on this example, reads 'FRANCE ET NAVARRE REX', 'King of France and Navarre'.

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French One Sol

French copper sol, 1779 Diameter 21mm The obverse features the bust of Louis XVI facing left. The inscription ...

French One Sol

French copper sol, 1779 Diameter 21mm The obverse features the bust of Louis XVI facing left. The inscription ...

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Numismatics Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum France Coins, Tokens & Medals Coat of Arms - Royal & Imperial Business, Trade & Industry Base Metals - Copper, Tin, Aluminium, Zinc

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M995.1926.317 (66/16805)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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