[The types here described appear to explain themselves. That of
the obverse is clearly emblematical of the then state of France,
with France surrounded by fire and sword, honour trodden under
foot, the throne overturned, religion shattered, and glory
defaced; while the reverse expresses a very natural wish.]
_National Proverbs._--Will any of your correspondents refer me to any
collections of proverbs of different nations, or to writers who may have
given lists of those of any particular people, either ancient or modern?