Losnummer 12091. FRANCE. Bearn. 2 Louis d'Or, 1778. Pau Mint; mm: cow. Louis XVI. PCGS AU-58.Fr-470; Gad-362b. A magnificent rarity that is tied for finest with only one other example on the PCGS population reports. Nearly Mint State with a bold and nicely centered strike, the fields exhibit tremendous luster and hints of prooflike reflectivity. A highly attractive representative of the type worthy of a premium from discerning collectors. Acquired from our Public Auction of December 1999 where it was cataloged as "Choice Extremely Fine, or somewhat better".Estimate: €3,000 - €5,000.Provenance: From the Dr. Michael Vale Collection.Ex: Stack's (12/1999) Lot # 318.Please note: Lots will be temporarily admitted in Switzerland for the Auction Sale and shipped back at Stack’s Bowers risks to the U.S.A. immediately after the Auction Sale. Lots will then be delivered and shipped to Buyers from the U.S.A.To view all items from the Dr. Michael Vale Collection, click here.Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.