Lot no. 1376
FRANCE - FRANCE
Fifth Republic (1958 to the present). Prototype of the 10 francs Hercule (on 5 francs Hercule), raised edge 1873 [1964], A, Paris.
Av. LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ. Hercules between Liberty and Equality; exergue signed Dupré.
Rv. FRENCH REPUBLIC. Within a wreath formed by an olive branch and an oak branch: 5 FRANCS (date); below (anchor).
GEM.183.3 (3 known examples); Silver - 37.5 mm - 6 h
Top Pop: this is the only graded example! From the sale CGB 61, n° 680.
NGC MS 67 (3725480-020).
With the anchor alone on the reverse and the edge in relief: ***** DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE. The 3 of the date in low relief. Only a few known examples. In mint condition with a beautiful iridescent patina. Corner flower.
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