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CICF Signature Sale 3032 10-12 April 2014
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Republic Essai 1 Centavo 1863-(A), Paris mint, KME1, Stohr-E21, PR 65 Red and Brown NGC. Gem Proof with much red brilliance and stunning eye-appeal. Among the finest seen of this scarce Essai. This and the following lot were both minted in Paris and showed a well executed rendition of Paez' bust, a testimony of the skill of engraver Albert Barre. However, the signature of Barre only appears in the very rare 4 and 10 Reales silver pieces also dated 1863.Ex: George Follis (Ira & Larry Goldberg 6/2013, lot 5054 for $2,200).
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD
Republic Essai 1 Centavo 1863-(A), Paris mint, KME1, Stohr-E21, PR 65 Red and Brown NGC. Gem Proof with much red brilliance and stunning eye-appeal. Among the finest seen of this scarce Essai. This and the following lot were both minted in Paris and showed a well executed rendition of Paez' bust, a testimony of the skill of engraver Albert Barre. However, the signature of Barre only appears in the very rare 4 and 10 Reales silver pieces also dated 1863.Ex: George Follis (Ira & Larry Goldberg 6/2013, lot 5054 for $2,200).
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD