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1792 French Republic (1792-1795), Convention Pattern 2 Sols.
Soho mint, 15.9 grams, Ref: Maz-332
Issued by the Monneron Brothers with dies created by Dupré.
Obv. Hercules obverse appeared on the obverse breaking the royal sceptre.
A broken royal crown can be seen at his feet and an owl (the symbol of Minerva,
the goddess of wisdom) stands on a pedestal behind him.
The legend reads “LA SAGESSE GUIDE SA FORCE” – wisdom guides his strength;
and the inscription in the exergue reads “LA FIN DU DESPOTISME” – the end of despotism.
Rev. Pyramid in centre foreground, clouds above and buildings behind , in the distance.
The legend reads “RESPUBLICA GALLICA ANNO 1 mo” – The 1st year of the Republic.
The inscription in the exergue reads “AERE PERENNIUS 1792” – Perpetual air (!?) 1792
Grade: EF+
Our Price.................£325.00
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