INDOCHINA - INDOCHINA Third Republic (1870-1940). 50 cent 1896, A, Paris. FRENCH REPUBLIC. The radiant Republic, seated left and holding a bundle; in the exergue signature BARRE and (date). Rv. FRENCH INDO-CHINA / DENOMINATION 0.900 WEIGHT 13 GR 5. Within a wreath formed of two composite branches: 50 CENT. (different) (workshop) (different). Lec.258; Silver - 29 mm - 6 h This is the third highest grade! PCGS MS62 (51870821). Despite a mintage of 110,000, this vintage is rare. With a grey patina with bluish highlights. Minimal flats on the high reliefs. Superb at Fleur de coin.