France, Charles X (1824-1830), Coronation at Rheims 1830, silver medalet

Obv: ermined and crowned half-length bust of the King right, CAROLUS X REX CHRISTIANISSMUS around (Charles X most Christian king)

Rev: a dove flies towards Rheims cathedral carrying an ampoule of holy annointing ointment, RUMPITUR HAUD FACILE around, date in exergue

Condition: about extremely fine, some light wear to reverse; Diameter: 26mm

Notes: Charles X was the youngest brother of Louis XVI, and the last Bourbon king (abdicating in 1830). His was the only royal coronation of the 19th century (if that of Napoleon is excluded), and took place with great pomp at Rheims cathedral, the traditional venue for such occasions.

Price £50