New Caledonia
Republic Necessity 5 Francs 1882 MS63 PCGS, KM-XTn4, Lec-10. Obv. Bust of Baron Digeon right. Rev. Large 5 (for 5 Frances) in circle, with date below. Full luster with a bit of light russet patina. Only minor contact marks are noted, mainly on the reverse. A very rare token issue. This is the single finest certified example of only three pieces certified by PCGS and NGC.
The Franco-Australian Society was an immense estate owned by Baron Digeon and whose center was located in Gomen-Ouaco
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD