France, Louis XV AR Pattern Re-strike. Dated 1720, struck between 1820-1850. LUD•XV•D•G•FR•ET NAV•REX, draped and cuirassed bust right; date below / CHRS REGN VINC IMP, cruciform crowned monograms. Maz 2227. 10.33g, 25mm, 12h.
Uncirculated; beautiful old cabinet tone with vivid iridescence. Rare; an unusual silver coin struck from an official pattern used for striking an issue of gold Louis d'Ors.