Date:1784
Description:
French copper sol, 1784
Diameter 28mm
The obverse features the bust of Louis XVI facing left. The inscription reads 'LUDOV. XVI. D. GRATIA', Latin for 'Louis XVI By the Grace of God'. The mintmark is below. The reverse features the French Royal Coat of Arms this consists of a shield bearing three fleur-de-lys and topped by a crown. The inscription reads 'Francia Et Navarre Rex', Latin for 'King of France and Navarre', followed by the date. A further mintmark is below, between the words 'Et' and 'Navarre'.
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French copper sol, 1784 Diameter 28mm The obverse features the bust of Louis XVI facing left. The inscription ...
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Donor ref:LEAMG : M995.1926.159 (66/16689)
Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum
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