Watch List notes:

Third Republic (1871-1940), nickel 25-Centimes 1903-A Essai Piedfort. Merley, Paris, Ceres head right, date below, rev. value within circle, ESSAI below, plain edge (KM -; Maz 2274a). Superb specimen, in PCGS holder graded SP 66, Pop 1; only 1 graded higher in SP-67, which is also offered in this auction. Estimated Value $300

PCGS certification 28690920.