FRENCH INDO-CHINA. Cent Essai, 1896. PCGS SP-63 BN Secure Holder.
cf.KM-E3; cf.Gad-7; Lec-47 var. A RARE matte essai example without the Paris mintmark, struck in bronze. Engraved by Dupuis. Pleasing chocolatey hue. The only certified example by either NGC or PCGS. Sure to inspire spirited bidding when this pattern piece reaches the podium. PCGS SP-63 BN Secure Holder.
Estimate: $1800.00- $2200.00