France
Louis XV gold Louis d'or à la croix du Saint-Esprit 1718-W MS64 NGC, Lille mint, KM438.18. Nearly gem, this dazzling gold selection features the young laureate head of King Louis XV and the round arms of France centered within the cross of the Holy Spirit. Full-bodied luster is readily apparent as are glorious, honey-gold surfaces that glisten from every angle. A bit of softness within the legends does little to detract from the eye-appeal of this otherwise boldly-detailed offering.
Estimate: 2500-3000 USD