France, Louis XV AR Jeton. Coronation at Reims, 25 October 1722. LUD • XV • REX CHRISTIANISSIMUS •, crowned bust right, I.C.R. signed on shoulder / REX COELESTI OLEO UNCTUS, scene of the anointing in the cathedral of Reims; REMIS 25 OCT 1722 in two lines in exergue. F.7898; Sb.57b. 4.72g, 25mm, 12h.
Very Fine. Attractive old cabinet tone.
This is the official token of Louis XV's coronation, which was distributed to the people present at the ceremony outside the Cathedral of Reims. The bust is the work of Joseph-Charles Roëttiers.