1867-A France Silver 2 Francs KM.807.1 - Scarce SEDAN Counterstamp - Fine Fr. 1928-K* Withrow / Summers signature pair

Withrow / Summers signature pair

The silver dollar coin is comprised of 90% silver and 10% copper

If you've ever shopped around for one of these tough-to-find sets you'll notice that our set is priced substantially lower than they typically sell for

19 g Description Obverse Crowned monogram divides date within wreath Description Reverse Crowned double-headed eagle

Weight: 11

1867-A France Silver 2 Francs KM.807.1 - Scarce SEDAN Counterstamp - Fine Fr. 1928-K* Withrow / Summers signature pairThis countermark is a satirization of the defeat of the French army by the Prussians at Sedan, a crucial battle in the 1870 71 Franco Prussian War that became a rallying cry for the French anti monarchists. Napeoleon III gave the order to hoist a white flag at Sedan, formally surrendered to the Prussians the next day, and was sent into exile in Germany. The battle was commemorated by many countermarks, engraved coins and satirical tokens. KM# 807. 1