Coin France 2 Sols Fasces Type - Louis XVI - 1792 W Lille

Obverse:

• Inscription: "LOUIS XVI ROI - DES FRANÇOIS. / (MM). 1792. W."
• Description: The bust of Louis XVI is draped to the left, head bare, with hair tied at the neck with a ribbon.

Reverse:

• Inscription: "LA NATION LA - LOI LE ROI. / L'AN 4 DE LA LIBERTÉ. (MG)."
• Description: A fasces topped with a Phrygian cap between two oak branches.

Historical Context:

• 1792: This year marks the last year of the monarchy under Louis XVI before the proclamation of the French Republic. In September 1792, the First Republic was proclaimed after the king's deposition.
• French Revolution: The coin reflects the revolutionary ideals of the period, notably with symbols like the Phrygian cap (a symbol of liberty) and inscriptions highlighting the nation, the law, and the king.

Bell Metal
Ø 33.00mm, Weight 23.28g
Gad 25
Louis XVI
France
Lille