FRANCE. Restoration of the Roman Catholic Church in France Medal Struck in Bronze, Year 10 (1802).
50.2 mm. Bramsen-213; Julius-1083. By Andrieu. Bare bust right, inscription "NAPOLEON BONAPARTE PREMIER CONSUL" around. Reverse: "RÉTABLISSEMENT DU CULTE" above France advancing right and taking hand of the Catholic Church, seated left in ruins of a cathedral. In the background a cock-topped, thunderbolt and shield emblazoned column dominates the view. In exergue: "LE XVIII GERMINAL AN X". Reflective mahogany finish with minimal contact marks. UNCIRCULATED.
Estimate: $125.00- $175.00