France
Republic gold Proof 20 Francs 1851-A PR64+ Cameo NGC, Paris mint, KM762 (unlisted in Proof), Fr-566, Gad-1059. Pleasingly frosted over crisp devices, with a profound golden shimmer that carries across the reflective fields surrounding. Though a single mark on Liberty's neck seemingly serves as the sole technical factor to limit the offering from a gem designation, the relatively shallow nature of this contact results in it having relatively little bearing on the noteworthy eye appeal, arguably outsized for the still-appreciable "PR64" grade.
From the Caranett Collection
https://coins.ha.com/itm/france/france-republic-gold-proof-20-francs-1851-a-pr64-cameo-ngc-/a/3081-32152.s?type=CoinArchives3081
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Estimate: 6000-8000 USD