FRANCE, First Empire. Napoléon I. 1804-1814. Æ Medal (40mm, 35.07 g, 12h). Construction of the Arc de triomphe du Carrousel. By Andrieu and Brenet. Denon, director. Dated 1806 (in Roman numerals), but possibly an early restrike. As made.Electronic Auction 548 World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 190. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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FRANCE, First Empire. Napoléon I. 1804-1814. Æ Medal (40mm, 35.07 g, 12h). Construction of the Arc de triomphe du Carrousel. By Andrieu and Brenet. Denon, director. Dated 1806 (in Roman numerals), but possibly an early restrike. NAPOLEON EMP. ET. ROI., laureate head right / Arc de Triomphe in the Place du Carrousel; in exergue, AUX ARMÉES/ MDCCCVI. Bramsen 557. Brown surfaces, spot on reverse, hairline die break on obverse. As made. |