[#906170] France, Louis XIV, Écu au portrait apollinien, 1667, Rennes, Silver, P

Description: France, Louis XIV, Écu au portrait apollinien, 1667, Rennes, Silver, PCGS Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust in antique style of Louis XIV apollinised, on the right., Crowned shield of France., Graded PCGS MS64. Top Pop, the finest specimen among the 3 graded by PCGS. Only one finest specimen graded MS65 by NGC. A splendid specimen of this fascinating type, with the Apollonian bust, representing Louis XIV in the guise of the god of antiquity! Of the highest rarity in such a superb state of preservation, with a very beautiful golden patina. Small die breaks in the fields and slight adjustment marks on the obverse. Variety in the second bust with antique armor with winged victory. ("9B" in Clairand, 2023). Ex Numismatica Genevensis, Auction 12, Nov. 2019, Lot 664 & Hess Divo, 293, 2002, lot 68., LVD·XIIII·D·G· (ermine) FR·ET·NAV·REX, *SIT·NOMEN·DOMINI·9·BENEDICTVM·1667 Traceability and transparency As part of our procedures to fight against the trafficking of cultural goods, the provenance of this item has been rigorously verified. This item comes from a professional numismatic expert (origin: France / 2021 / lot LH 1311). To secure your numismatic collection, always demand to know the provenance of your purchases. Conformity This item is certified authentic following the expertise of two recognized numismatic experts. Our team carries out nearly 100,000 numismatic expertises each year for private individuals, professionals and administrations. Our company was founded in 1977 and we are members of the main international numismatic organisations (ANS n°11680, ANA n°3175551, ANS, IBNS n°11418, PMG n°3721, PCGS n°1048758, NGC n°3721) Extended warranty For 10 years we offer a full refund of your order if a recognised authority questions the authenticity of a product sold. This is an additional security offered to allow you to buy with peace of mind. Proof of purchase This item will be supplied to you with a named and dated invoice, established by a professional seller (Siret: 41389368600019). To secure your numismatic purchases, always ask for an invoice and keep the document.

Price: 14170 USD

Location: Lille

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Certification: PCGS

Certification Number: 37153113

Composition: Silver

Year: 1667

Country: France

Denomination: Écu au portrait apollinien

Gadoury: 206

Coin condition: MS64

Mint name: Rennes

Diameter: 41

Ruler Name: Louis XIV

Patina: golden tones

Strike: adjustment marks

Coin rarity: very rare, rare in this quality

Clairand: 33129