FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1744-W. Lille Mint. Louis XV. NGC MS-64.
Fr-464; KM-513.22; Gad-341; Dupl-1643; Ciani-2088; Droulers-728; DFW-492. This near-Gem example is attractive with a sheening luster that is very entrancing. Some light adjustment marks are present on the reverse, but very little evidence of contact is present in the fields.
A prolific type, this Louis d'or au bandeau issue was struck from 1740 through 1774 at several dozen mints.
Estimate: $1400 - $1800