FRANCE - FRANCE Third Republic (1870-1940). Test piece of 20 francs Marianne, mat flan and Frappe spéciale (SP) 1899, Paris. FRENCH REPUBLIC. Head of the Republic on the right, signature J.C. CHAPLAIN. Rv. FREEDOM. EQUALITY. FRATERNITE. 20 - Fcs. Rooster left; in exergue (date). GEM.276.EP1 - G.1064P - Maz.2115a - Fr.596 v. ; Gold - 12.9 g - 21 mm - 6 h This is the second highest grade! PCGS SP67 (41296305). Special strike (SP) on matt blank. Smooth edge with GOLD TEST (horn). The striking velvet is perfectly intact. Perfect coin. Corner flower.