France
Republic bronze Essai Dual Reverse Mule 5 Francs 1848 MS64 Brown NGC, Paris mint, Maz-1265/1280. A decidedly scarce mule type combining the two reverses of Maz-1265 and Maz-1280. Mostly toned in the centers with a strong undercurrent of fiery reds throughout the fields that strengthen in brightness toward the outer registers.
From the Engelen Collection of World Coinage
HID02901242017
Estimate: 400-800 USD