France
Louis XIV gold 2 Louis d'Or 1702-A MS62 NGC, Paris mint, KM335.1, Fr-435, Gad-261. Flan réformé. Another example from this French gold series of just exceptional quality, unsurpassed across grading companies. A deep and even strike rendered delectable detail that is consistent from the legends to the central motifs, leaving not a trace of the host to be seen. A subtle terracotta tone shares the peripheries with a semi-Prooflike gloss, imbuing the piece with originality and vigor.
Ex. Heritage Auction #3051 (January 2017, Lot #34170)
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Estimate: 10000-12000 USD