France. Louis XIV (1643–1715) Jeton de Comptoir / Administrative Token 1652 (No Reserve Price)
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A 1652 bronze Jeton de Comptoir bearing Louis XIV, Paris Mint, diameter 28 mm, with original aged patina and circulated with age-related wear.
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France – Louis XIV (1643–1715)
Counter Token / Administrative Token
1652
Diameter: 28 mm
Material: Bronze (original aged patina)
Origin: Paris Mint (Monnaie de Paris)
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Obverse
Crowned coat of arms of France (three fleurs-de-lis) surrounded by the royal legend:
Louis XIV, by the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre.
Louis XIV, by the grace of God, King of France and Navarre
Reverse:
Shield supported by two allegorical figures representing civic virtues.
laurel wreath above.
Date 1652 below.
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Historical Background
Jetons of this type were used as counters for accounting and administrative calculations in royal offices during the early reign of Louis XIV. They also served as symbols of authority and the presence of the Crown in provincial and financial institutions. Genuine 17th-century administrative jetons are sought after for their historical and artistic value.
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Condition
Circulated with age-consistent wear.
Legends and central devices remain identifiable.
Original historic patina – not cleaned.
France – Louis XIV (1643–1715)
Counter Token / Administrative Token
1652
Diameter: 28 mm
Material: Bronze (original aged patina)
Origin: Paris Mint (Monnaie de Paris)
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Obverse
Crowned coat of arms of France (three fleurs-de-lis) surrounded by the royal legend:
Louis XIV, by the Grace of God, King of France and Navarre.
Louis XIV, by the grace of God, King of France and Navarre
Reverse:
Shield supported by two allegorical figures representing civic virtues.
laurel wreath above.
Date 1652 below.
The input is a dash character, which does not require translation.
Historical Background
Jetons of this type were used as counters for accounting and administrative calculations in royal offices during the early reign of Louis XIV. They also served as symbols of authority and the presence of the Crown in provincial and financial institutions. Genuine 17th-century administrative jetons are sought after for their historical and artistic value.
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Condition
Circulated with age-consistent wear.
Legends and central devices remain identifiable.
Original historic patina – not cleaned.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country/province
France
Year/Period and Variation
1652
Denomination
Louis XIV (1643–1715) Jeton de Comptoir / Administrative Token
Precious metal
bronze
Condition
Ungraded
Theme
Royalty
Number of items
1
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