FRANCE. Constitution. Silver 2 Sols Token Essai (Pattern), Year IV/1792. Birmingham (Soho) Mint. PCGS SPECIMEN-61.
Maz-158. Variety with (PATENTÉ). Lettered edge. By M. Boulton & N.-A. Ponthon for the Monneron Brothers. Weight: 19.33 gms. An EXTREMELY RARE off-metal striking in silver, this pattern issue presents deep gray toning and only lightly scattered marks. About it, Margolis notes that "...I have suggested that this silver example may have been struck in 1823, when a few were supplied to S. S. Edkins. "
From the Richard Margolis Collection (acquired from the Bourgeys on 31 May 1989). Ex: Émile and Sabine Bourgey (4/1989) Lot # 134.
Estimate: $750.00- $1500.00
Price realized | 3'000 USD |
Starting price | 450 USD |