Counter commemorating the increased strength of the navy

Counter commemorating the increased strength of the navy. Obverse: Bust of King Louis XV, laureate (right). Legend: 'LUD . XV . REX CHRISTIANISS.' Reverse: A sea bird flying towards its nest floating on a calm sea. Legend: 'FOECUNDA QUIES'. (A fruitful peace). Exergue: 'MARINE 1751'.

Object Details

ID: MEC0681
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Counter
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Duvivier, J.
Places: France
Date made: 1751
People: King Louis XV of France; French Navy
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 29 mm