FRANCE - FRANCE Second Empire / Napoleon III (1852-1870). 2 francs bare head 1858, A, Paris. Av. (different) NAPOLEON III - EMPEROR (different). Nude head left; below, signature BARRE. Rv. FRENCH EMPIRE. Within a crown closed by two branches: 2 FRANCS and (date), in exergue (workshop). G.523 - F.262; Silver - 27 mm - 6 h This is the second highest grade (5)! PCGS MS64 (59843067). Only 1,288 made! Almost as minted, with a tiny trace on the cheekbone. Nice grey medallion patina. Corner flower. * 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.