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Charles X gold Proof Off-Metal Essai 5 Francs 1824-A PR63 Cameo NGC, Paris mint, KM-Unl., Gad-643, Maz-878 (R5), VG-2612. Incuse edge lettering. Wholly choice in quality, this fleeting issue notably omits the word "Essai," prominently featured on so many French Patterns of the wider series. However, its status as such is, without doubt, the piece struck in an opulent golden format with the stated denomination of 5 Francs. Mazard assigns the type an "R5" rating, meaning "of the greatest rarity," and indeed, a dearth of auction results fully supports this observation, as only a single example prior to this one has come to auction in the better part of the last 20 years. Full device frosting and shimmering mirror surfaces yield an impressive visual display that leaves no uncertainty as to the Proof format of the offering, with only gentle wisps of handling acting to limit the assigned grade in the absence of any larger marks or meaningful distractions.
Ex. Numismatica Genevensis Auction 2 (November 2002, Lot 416)
https://coins.ha.com/itm/france/france-charles-x-gold-proof-off-metal-essai-5-francs-1824-a-pr63-cameo-ngc-/a/3096-30178.s?type=CoinArchives3096
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 40000-60000 USD
Charles X gold Proof Off-Metal Essai 5 Francs 1824-A PR63 Cameo NGC, Paris mint, KM-Unl., Gad-643, Maz-878 (R5), VG-2612. Incuse edge lettering. Wholly choice in quality, this fleeting issue notably omits the word "Essai," prominently featured on so many French Patterns of the wider series. However, its status as such is, without doubt, the piece struck in an opulent golden format with the stated denomination of 5 Francs. Mazard assigns the type an "R5" rating, meaning "of the greatest rarity," and indeed, a dearth of auction results fully supports this observation, as only a single example prior to this one has come to auction in the better part of the last 20 years. Full device frosting and shimmering mirror surfaces yield an impressive visual display that leaves no uncertainty as to the Proof format of the offering, with only gentle wisps of handling acting to limit the assigned grade in the absence of any larger marks or meaningful distractions.
Ex. Numismatica Genevensis Auction 2 (November 2002, Lot 416)
https://coins.ha.com/itm/france/france-charles-x-gold-proof-off-metal-essai-5-francs-1824-a-pr63-cameo-ngc-/a/3096-30178.s?type=CoinArchives3096
HID02906262019
© 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 40000-60000 USD