FRANCE, Royal. Louis XIV le Roi Soleil (the Sun King). 1643–1715. Pressed Wood Medal – Brettstein (62mm, 28.03 g, 12h). On the capture of Strasbourg by the French in 1681. By uncertain Nürnberg artist. Undated, but made in the 18th century. As made.

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Lot: 1238. Estimated: $ 200

World Medals, Wood

Sold For $ 160. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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FRANCE, Royal. Louis XIV le Roi Soleil (the Sun King). 1643–1715. Pressed Wood Medal – Brettstein (62mm, 28.03 g, 12h). On the capture of Strasbourg by the French in 1681. By uncertain Nürnberg artist. Undated, but made in the 18th century. · LOUIS LE GRAND ROY DE FRANCE ·, king on horseback right / ARGENTINA SVB IMPERIO AC TVTELA MAGNI/LVDOVICI REGIS GALLIÆ FLOREAT in two lines, city view of Strasbourg seen in perspective from air. Cf. Himmelheber 285. Attractive brown patina. As made.


Closing Date and Time: 4 October 2023 at 16:52:20 ET.

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