Counter Token - Das Beste, Louis XVI
Features
| Location |
Free imperial city of Nuremberg
(German States)  |
|---|---|
| Type | Utility items › Counter tokens |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Number | N# 322510 |
Obverse
Bust of Louis XVI to the right, lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: LUD*XVI D*G*FR *N*REX
Unabridged legend: Ludovicus XVI Dei Gratia Francia et Navarra REX
Reverse
Winged & crowned anchor with a heart
Script: Latin
Lettering: DAS BESTE
Translation: THE BEST
Comments
The winged anchor symbolizes, I will be there in your time of need or I was there in your time of need, also for stability. The crown is for the coronation as Emperor. The heart for his courage and perhaps also his love of France.
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Numista Rarity index: 93
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