 Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Pattern Écu de Calonne in Silver, 1786. By J.P. Droz. Original strike with 6 viroles. Laureate head l., outer border of fleurs; LUD. XVI. D.G.FR.-ET NAV.REX. Rv. Crowned wreath draped as a double L, fleurs at center, mm below; SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM (eagle's head) 1786. V.G.90. Very rare. A few tiny digs in the field. Lovely soft lilac-gray on semi-reflective fields. About Uncirculated. (Est. $3,000-$3,500)
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