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2 - FRANCE – Kingdom of Navarre A gold shield bearing a porcupin…
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Estimate €300 - €500
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FRANCE – Kingdom of Navarre A gold shield bearing a porcupine – Henry III of Navarre (later Henry IV of France) Saint-Palais, c. 1575–1589 Obverse: A crowned shield of Navarre bearing three stylised fleurs-de-lis, set upon an ornate cartouche. Visible circular legend: HENRICVS III D G FRA… NAVAR… (Henry III, by the grace of God, King of Navarre). Reverse: A crowned porcupine, the traditional emblem of the royal house of Navarre at that time, surrounded by the religious motto: CHRISTVS REGNAT VINCIT IMPERAT (Christ reigns, conquers and commands). Weight: 3.3g – Expert: Thierry PARSY
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About the sale The Apartments of the 7th Arrondissement #11
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Auction time 06/29/2026 at 2:00 PM
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