SINCONA Auction 25

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Numismatic Rarities

Lot 2023

Bid

Starting price	25,000 CHF
Result	27,500 CHF

This lot is not available for purchase anymore.

Description

II. Empire. Napoleon III., 1852-1870 2 Francs 1859. A, Paris Bearded head of the Emperor to l. Rev. Value and year in laurel wreath. Below the mintmark. Gadoury 523. Of highest rarity, only 894 specimens minted. Choice brilliant uncirculated. FDC (PCGS MS66). Perfect cabinet piece.

Details

The 2 Francs of 1859 counts among the very great rarities of French coins of the 19th century.