FRANCE - FRANCE First Empire / Napoleon I (1804-1814). 5 francs Empire 1813, A, Paris. NAPOLEON EMPEROR. Head laurel right, signature BRENET and below Tr cursive. Rv. FRENCH EMPIRE. Within a wreath formed of two branches: 5 FRANCS, below (different) (date). (workshop). G.584 - F.307; Silver - 37 mm - 6 h Top Pop (2): this is the finest example graded by PCGS! It came from the Richard Margolis collection and was purchased from Mr Platt in September 1961 during a visit to Paris. PCGS MS63 (49883062). This copy is close to its original condition, with tiny marks on the bust and a grey patina with golden and bluish highlights. Superb in Fleur de coin. * Following Council Directive (EU) 2022/542 of April 5, 2022, implemented in national law from 01/01/2025, buyers from within the EU have to pay 5.5% VAT on the hammer price of this lot. * Following Council Directive (EU) 2022/542 of April 5, 2022, implemented in national law from 01/01/2025, buyers from within the EU have to pay 5.5% VAT on the hammer price of this lot.