1844-W Kingdom of France AR 1/4 Franc Louis-Philippe AU-58 PCGS
Numismatic
1844-W Kingdom of France AR 1/4 Franc Louis-Philippe AU-58 PCGS
This silver coin from the Kingdom of France offers a fascinating glimpse into nineteenth-century European coinage. Struck in 0.900 fine silver with a metal weight of 0.0362 troy ounces, this 1/4 Franc piece was minted in 1845. It bears the distinctive B mint mark, indicating it was produced at the Lille Mint. The total mintage for this specific issue reached 300,449 pieces. The obverse of the coin displays a right-facing portrait of King Louis-Philippe adorned with a laurel crown. On the reverse, the denomination of 1/4 Franc is elegantly framed within a laurel wreath. This specimen is cataloged under references F#166, Gad#355, and KM#740, and has been certified in About Uncirculated 58 condition.
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Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Year | 1844 |
| Grade | PCGS |
| Legal-tender face value | 1/4 Franc |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0362 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.64 mm |
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