5 FRANCS

Lot #: 297
5 FRANCS Hercules type (IIIrd Republic)
(G 745a, F 334, KM# 820)
SILVER - 24,95g - 37,2mm
1878 A (PARIS)
Raised edge lettering. Of the greatest rarity among all in this grade harshly judged MS65 by PCGS for this example with perfect fields and lovely patina. This is the example showcased in the Ideal Collection by CGB.
Provenance: MERSON private sale, 2004. MS 65