Lot 556
France. 40 Francs, 1830-A (Paris). Fr-547; KM-721.17. Charles X. Portrait right. Reverse: Crowned arms and wreath. A splendid example, in full original mint bloom, orange-golden red luster, well struck for type, among the finest to be seen. NGC graded MS-64.
Charles X was briefly the King of France, from 1824 to 1830. The 40 Francs in gold was the largest precious coin minted during his reign. Introduced by Napoleon in 1802, primarily for international use, it seemed to fill the position occupied by the earlier Double Louis d'Or. But the denomination was a short-lived one, its production ceasing in 1839.
Estimated Value $800 - 900.
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