FRANCE - FRANCE Second Republic (1848-1852). 1 franc Cérès 1851, A, Paris. Av. RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE. Head of the Republic on the left in Cérès, under a star, below signature E. A. OUDINÉ. F. Rv. FREEDOM. EQUALITY. FRATERNITY. Within a crown formed of two branches: 1 FRANC (date) and below (different) (workshop) (different). G.457 - F.211; Silver - 23 mm - 6 h This is the third highest grade, only one example in 66 and one in 66+ are higher. NGC MS 65 (8524370-015). Only two fine scratches on reverse and small bag marks otherwise in original condition with striking velvet intact. Corner flower.