France
Louis XV gold Louis d'or Mirliton 1723-K UNC Details (Saltwater Damage) NGC, Bordeaux mint, KM468.8, Gad-338 (R). Short palms variety. Bold devices with the matte-like saltwater surfaces. Likely from the 1725 Le Chameau shipwreck, though we have no documentation for this with the coin. Sold with old collector envelope detailing provenance.
Ex. John J. Ford, Jr. Collection
https://coins.ha.com/itm/france/france-louis-xv-gold-louis-d-or-mirliton-1723-k-unc-details-saltwater-damage-ngc-/a/61202-97017.s?type=CoinArchives61202
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 1000-1200 USD