FRANCE - FRANCE Third Republic (1870-1940). Pre-series (without TRIAL) of 2 francs Semeuse au gros 2 et tranche cannelée, Frappe spéciale (SP) 1898, Paris. Av. FRENCH REPUBLIC. The Sower on the left, with the rising sun, walking and sowing against the wind; signature O. ROTY. Rv. FREEDOM. EGALITE. FRATERNITE (date). Value above an olive branch. GEM.111.2 - Maz.2126a; Silver - 10.04 g - 27 mm - 12 h This is the second highest grade (2)! PCGS SP64 (60811563). Special strike (SP). With fluted edge. Close to mint condition with a delicate collector's patina with gold highlights. Rare with 12 examples struck! Superb at Fleur de coin.