in the customs of France, a right vested in the king of being heir to a foreigner that dies within his dominions.

By this right the French king claims the inheritance of all foreigners that die within his dominions, notwithstanding any testament the deceased could make. An ambassador is not subject to the right of aubane; and the Swiss, Savoyards, Scots, and Portuguese, are also exempted, being deemed natives and regnicoles.