FRANCE. Louis XVIII, 1814-15, 1815-24. 20 Francs, 1815 R, London, Scarce. 6.45 g. Fr-531; Gad-1027; KM-706.7.
Uniformed bust of Louis XVIII facing right, legend reads LOUIS XVIII ROI DE FRANCE. Engraver: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier. / Crowned square shield-of-arms within wreath, PIECE DE 20 FRANCS around, date and mintmarks below. Incuse edge lettering: DOMINE SALVUM FAC REGEM.
Struck to pay for the British troops in France during the Napoleonic War. Good very fine.
Price realized | 300 GBP |
Starting price | 300 GBP |
Estimate | 350 GBP |