Numismatic
1815-1821 Duchy of Parma Gold 40 Lire Marie Louise Avg Circ
This beautiful and not often encountered 40 Lire Gold coin was issued by the Duchy of Parma during the reign of Duchess Marie Louise (1814-1847). She was the second wife of Napoleon Bonaparte, therefore the Empress of France from 1810 to 1814.
Last captured retail
$2,155.40
Coin highlights
- Contains .3733 oz actual Gold weight.
- Mintage of 219,834.
- Coin will be in Average Circulated condition and delivered in protective packaging.
- Obverse: Depicts the left facing bust of Marie Louise. Legend 'MARIA LUIGIA PRINC. IMP: ARCID. D'AUSTRIAE - 1815'.
- Reverse: Features the crowned and draped arms of Marie Louise as the Duchy of Parma. Legend 'PER LA GR. DI DIO DOUCH. DI PARMA PIAC. E GUAST - 40 LIRE'.
- Struck at the Parma Mint.
- Protect and display your coin in style by adding attractive capsules recommended for this coin.
- Add this beautiful Gold 40 Lire of Marie Louise, Napoleon Bonaparte's second wife, to your collection today.
Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Grade | Average Circulated |
| Legal-tender face value | 40 Lire |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.3733 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
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