France
Louis XV gold Louis d'Or Mirliton 1724-H UNC Details (Saltwater Damage) NGC, La Rochelle mint, KM470.8, Gad-339 (R). Large palms variety. Light adjustment marks, with abundant remaining mint luster. The surfaces exhibit only minimal saltwater damage. Rare. 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
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Estimate: 1200-1500 USD