FRANCE, Second Republic. 1848-1852. CU Essai de 5 Francs (37mm, 23.75 g, 6h). Paris mint. Dies by Magniadas. Dated 1848. AU.Electronic Auction 580 World, Copper Estimate: $ 100 |
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FRANCE, Second Republic. 1848-1852. CU Essai de 5 Francs (37mm, 23.75 g, 6h). Paris mint. Dies by Magniadas. Dated 1848. REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE, head of Liberty left with hair tied in bandeau, triangle as headdress; all set on oak branch / 5/ FRANCS/ 1848 within wreath. Mazard 1285b var. (rev. type); cf. KM Pn72. Red-brown surfaces, minor deposits. AU. |