FRANCE - FRANCE Third Republic (1870-1940). Test of 20 centimes in nickel silver, after Lorthior, dodecagonal blank 1880, A, Paris. FRENCH REPUBLIC. Bust of the Republic left with a Corinthian helmet surmounted by a rooster; below (date). Rv. Within a wreath formed of two laurel branches, in four lines: 20 CENTIMES ESSAI and (different) (workshop) (different). GEM.48.2 - Maz.2237 - VG.3950; Nickel silver - 26 mm - 6 h Top Pop: this is the only graded example! From the Carl F. Chirico collection, Bowers and Merena sale, 28 February to 1 March 2008. NGC MS 65 (3075714-003). In its original condition, in special mint with satin-finish relief. Corner flower.