France Lorraine 12 sols Leopold I Bd-1584 MS 64 PCGS billon coin 1728

The France Lorraine 12 Sols Léopold I Bd-1584 billon coin of 1728 is an impressive surviving issue from the historic Duchy of Lorraine, struck during the reign of Duke Léopold I, whose leadership restored the duchy after years of war and economic decline. Certified PCGS MS64, this remarkable Mint State example preserves exceptional detail, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors of early French and European coinage.

The obverse presents a finely engraved right-facing portrait of Léopold I, wearing an elaborate curled wig, draped armor, and a decorative shoulder clasp, all surrounded by a regal legend and a beaded border. The reverse showcases the duchy's distinctive heraldic design: a radiant Cross of Lorraine at the center, emitting sunburst rays and encircled by four crowned eagles with outstretched wings arranged in a symmetrical pattern. Crowns, feathers, heraldic ornaments, the date 1728, denomination, mint marks, and the finely toothed rim complete this elegant composition, reflecting the prestige and sovereignty of Lorraine.

Léopold I ruled Lorraine from 1690 to 1729, overseeing reconstruction, economic revival, and cultural development following the Thirty Years' War. Struck in billon and preserved in outstanding PCGS MS64 condition, this historic coin combines rarity, superior preservation, and beautiful heraldic artistry, making it an exceptional addition to any collection of French regional coinage or European numismatics.

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