FRANCE - FRANCE Second Republic (1848-1852). 5 francs J. J. BARRE, 3rd proof, smooth edge 1852, A, Paris. Av. LOUIS-NAPOLEON BONAPARTE. Nude head on the left, below signature J. J. BARRE. Rv. FRENCH REPUBLIC. In a crown formed of two branches 5 FRANCS (date) and below (workshop). G.723 - F.- - Maz.1218; Silver - 24.55 g - 37 mm - 6 h Top Pop (2): this is the most beautiful graded example! NGC MS 60 (6635724-019). Smooth edge and longer goatee, this is Barre's 3rd proof. Cut at 1 o'clock on the edge and traces of filing on the edges of the edge. Binding slightly satin-finished. Some hairlines. Superb at Fleur de coin.