Orleans - Jean François BECHARD Silver curon engraved P.A.T. on reverse. Slightly flared with threaded rim. Bears an O jurande mark under crown for the year 1782, the charge is a crowned R for the period 1781 to 1789. The Master's hallmark bears the initials I.F.B. For Jean François Béchard 1750-1824 dit Beschard Brégeon received Master in 1784. H. Height : 6 cm Total weight. Weight : 46 gr

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