FRANCE: Louis XVIII, 1814-1824, AE medal (17.01g), 1822, 35mm bronze medal for the Foundation of the Société Asiatique on April 1, 1822 by Depaulis, bust of Louis XVIII right with LOUIS XVIII ROI DE - FRANCE ET DE NAVARRE around // "SOCIÉTÉ / ASIATIQUE / 1 AVRIL 1822" within oak wreath, some slight oxidation, brown, plain edge, EF, RR. The Asian Society, founded in 1822, was originally intended to promote Asian languages, to publish the work and reports of enthusiasts, and to bring together the French-speaking scientific community around monthly conferences.

Estimate: USD 160 - 220