France
Republic aluminum Piefort Essai Proof 25 Centimes 1909, Maz-2289, PR63 Matte NGC. 5.00gm. Ex-Dupuis Family Holdings. An absolutely rare and spectacular piece featuring rich, frosty surfaces and an enviable silvery-satin luster. Similar pieces have brought deservedly high prices in recent auctions.
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD