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NYINC Signature Sale 3044 3-4 January 2016
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Republic gold Proof 50 Francs 1889-A PR64 Cameo NGC, Paris mint, KM831, Fr-591, Gad-1113. A stunning design along with an equally stunning near-Gem grade, this proof Genius 50 Francs would be the highlight of any French gold collection, and a key within this short series, boasting an extremely limited mintage of just 100 pieces. On display for the 1889 Exposition Universelle was a coin press used to strike this exceptional piece on occasion of the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.
Estimate: 25000-35000 USD
Republic gold Proof 50 Francs 1889-A PR64 Cameo NGC, Paris mint, KM831, Fr-591, Gad-1113. A stunning design along with an equally stunning near-Gem grade, this proof Genius 50 Francs would be the highlight of any French gold collection, and a key within this short series, boasting an extremely limited mintage of just 100 pieces. On display for the 1889 Exposition Universelle was a coin press used to strike this exceptional piece on occasion of the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.
Estimate: 25000-35000 USD