Token - Prix Fixe C. Detouche Second republic coat of arms

€316,989.00
LocationFrance
Year1865-1870
TypePromotional items/Advertising token
CompositionBrass
Weight5.06 g
Diameter28 mm
Thickness1.45 mm
ShapeScalloped (with 14 notches)
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgeSmooth
Period
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Obverse descriptionProprietor Second French Republic coat of arms (1852-1870 - Shield with eagle surrounded by Napoleon III`s Imperial mantle, filled with bees. The shield is topped by a golden eagle crown, surrounding the shield is the Legion d`honneur. Cross behind the shield are the Scepter of justice and mercy)  Each side of the arms are six coins joined by a chain holding seven medals and crosses.  text below
Obverse letteringC. DETOUCHE PARIS FOURNISSEUR DE S. M. L`EMPEREUR
(Translation: Supplier of H. M. The Emperor)
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionServices and location
Reverse letteringMAISON DE CONFIANCE PRIX FIXE HORLOGERIE ORFÈVRERIE BIJOUTERIE JOAILLERIE 228 RUE St. MARTIN 230
(Translation: Trust house Fixed price watchmaking silversmith jewelry store jewelry)
Reverse scriptLatin
Mint
MintageND (1865-1870)  - -
Catalog ID7898232870
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