FRANCE, Royal. Henri IV le Grand (the Great). 1589–1610. Æ Medal (47mm, 55.71 g, 12h). Battle of Ivry. By Philippe I or II Danfrie. 19th century restrike of a 1590 original. Choice EF.Electronic Auction 544 World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 80. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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FRANCE, Royal. Henri IV le Grand (the Great). 1589–1610. Æ Medal (47mm, 55.71 g, 12h). Battle of Ivry. By Philippe I or II Danfrie. 19th century restrike of a 1590 original. · HENRICVS · IIII · D · G · FRAN · ET · NA · REX ·, laureate and cuirassed bust right / VICTORIA YVRIACA, crowned swoad flanked by four coats of arms, olive branches, spears, and flags; wreath above. Cf. Jones I 179 (for contemporary silver strike). Exceptional warm red brown surfaces, large diagnostic die break with faint adjustment marks visible opposite . Choice EF. An exquisite example. |