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1720-A 1/6ECU French Colonies Livre d'argent fin, 1/6 Ecu AU55 PCGS. Gadoury-296, KM-453. ...
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Description
1720-A French Colonies 20 Sols
Attractively Toned AU55
Gadoury-296, KM-453
1720-A 1/6ECU French Colonies Livre d'argent fin, 1/6 Ecu
AU55 PCGS. Gadoury-296, KM-453. Designated as a 20 sols by
PCGS, and also listed as such on page 50 of the 2012 Guide
Book, since the value corresponds to the denominated 20 sols
Gadoury-295. John Law had control of the French Mints in 1720, and
used them in his ill-fated Louisiana Territory land venture that
was known as the Mississippi Bubble that caused a European
financial disaster. This piece is a lovely reminder of that time in
history and exhibits a high degree of luster and only a trace of
wear under the splendid iridescent toning. Listed on page 54 of the
2018 Guide Book. Population: 5 in 55, 6 finer (6/17).From The Don Willis Collection of US Colonial Coinage
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 6B2P, PCGS# 167113)
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Auction Info
2017 August 2 - 6 ANA US Coins Signature Auction - Denver #1258 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
August, 2017
2nd-6th
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