The $15 Queen of Spades coin is the second coin in the fascinating "Playing Card Money series". The name G DE PARIS that appears at the bottom is likely the name of the original artist, while the name PALLAS is believed to have been inspired by the Greek goddess Athena or Joan of Arc. The inscription on the back of the card suggests the Queen of Spades was valued at one hundred livres.
Specifications
Mintage 25000
Composition 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper
Finish proof (with selective colour and gold plate on the coin's edge)
Weight (g) 31.56
Diameter (mm)49.8 x 28.6
Edge plain
Certificate serialized
Face value 15 dollars
Artist Henri Beau (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)