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Republic gold Specimen Pattern Piefort 20 Francs 1899 SP65 PCGS, KM-Pn101, Maz-2115a (R3). An absolute jewel to behold, and a coin that showcases the aesthetic beauty of Third Republic artistry, complete with thick die polish lines over both sides and central illustrations that are exceptionally bold--characteristics that serve to confirm the Gem status. With only one specimen currently certified finer from PCGS, and designated as of the highest rarity by Mazard, this splendid example is surely deserving of a place of prominence in any premier collection of French gold coinage.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 8500-9500 USD
Republic gold Specimen Pattern Piefort 20 Francs 1899 SP65 PCGS, KM-Pn101, Maz-2115a (R3). An absolute jewel to behold, and a coin that showcases the aesthetic beauty of Third Republic artistry, complete with thick die polish lines over both sides and central illustrations that are exceptionally bold--characteristics that serve to confirm the Gem status. With only one specimen currently certified finer from PCGS, and designated as of the highest rarity by Mazard, this splendid example is surely deserving of a place of prominence in any premier collection of French gold coinage.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 8500-9500 USD