Rare 1840s France Silver Jeton Coin Louis Philippe Lille Insurance 1800s
The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Louis Philippe I, with the legend LOUIS PHILIPPE I ROI DES FRANÇAIS. The portrait is signed CAQUÉ F. Referring to the engraver Armand-Auguste Caqué. The edge is marked ARGENT alongside a French silver hallmark, consistent with mid-19th-century French silver jetons from the Louis Philippe period. Period: Circa 1840s / Louis Philippe period. Type: Silver Jeton / Token. Diameter: Approximately 30.86 mm. Edge: Smooth with ARGENT silver mark. Condition: Uncertified; please review all photos closely.
This piece has attractive multicolor toning with blue, gold, gray, and rose tones visible under light. There are light polishing marks visible under magnification, but the portrait, lettering, wreath, edge mark, and overall design remain well detailed and visually appealing. High-resolution photos are provided, including edge views and a size comparison, so please review all images carefully.
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