LOUIS XVI (1754 –1793) GOLD CORONATION MEDAL, 1775 Gold meda...
Hammer
€22,000
LOUIS XVI (1754 –1793) GOLD CORONATION MEDAL, 1775 Gold medal engraved by Benjamin Duvivier, the obverse showing the crowned bust of Louis XVI with the collar of the Order of the Holy Spirit, inscribed: LUDOVICUS XVI REX CHRISTIANISSIMUS, the reverse showing Louis XVI kneeling at an altar, an angel anointing his head, inscribed: DEO CONSECRATORI, UNCTIO REGIA REMIS XL JUN MDCCLXXV, 38 mm (44 grams)
Provenance: The Barons Rossmore, Rossmore Castle, Co. Monaghan, moved to Camla Vale, Co. Monaghan in the 1940s, thence by descent
Rare. This official medal was minted for the coronation of Louis XVI in 1775. It was designed by the gifted draftsman Benjamin Duvivier, chief engraver at the Paris mint and principal medallist to Louis XVI.
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Metal unmarked, tested by the jewellery department to be 22K gold (44 grams)
Adam’s Auctioneers does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item bears an official hallmark. In certain instances, metal content may be tested using a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser. This device examines metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns only, and any results obtained through electronic testing must be regarded as indicative rather than definitive, as inaccuracies may occur.
Where catalogue descriptions or condition reports refer to marks denoting metal fineness, or include an opinion as to metal content, such information is provided for guidance only. All statements contained within the catalogue represent expressions of opinion. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to all such matters prior to bidding.
Hammer
€22,000
LOUIS XVI (1754 –1793) GOLD CORONATION MEDAL, 1775 Gold medal engraved by Benjamin Duvivier, the obverse showing the crowned bust of Louis XVI with the collar of the Order of the Holy Spirit, inscribed: LUDOVICUS XVI REX CHRISTIANISSIMUS, the reverse showing Louis XVI kneeling at an altar, an angel anointing his head, inscribed: DEO CONSECRATORI, UNCTIO REGIA REMIS XL JUN MDCCLXXV, 38 mm (44 grams)
Provenance: The Barons Rossmore, Rossmore Castle, Co. Monaghan, moved to Camla Vale, Co. Monaghan in the 1940s, thence by descent
Rare. This official medal was minted for the coronation of Louis XVI in 1775. It was designed by the gifted draftsman Benjamin Duvivier, chief engraver at the Paris mint and principal medallist to Louis XVI.
More Information
Metal unmarked, tested by the jewellery department to be 22K gold (44 grams)
Adam’s Auctioneers does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item bears an official hallmark. In certain instances, metal content may be tested using a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser. This device examines metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns only, and any results obtained through electronic testing must be regarded as indicative rather than definitive, as inaccuracies may occur.
Where catalogue descriptions or condition reports refer to marks denoting metal fineness, or include an opinion as to metal content, such information is provided for guidance only. All statements contained within the catalogue represent expressions of opinion. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to all such matters prior to bidding.
