Confederation 5 Francs 1851-A MS65 NGC, Paris mint, KM11. Outranked by only two specimens in the NGC census, this very early Confederation issue reveals a singular silhouetting of the devices in darkened, iridescent tones that feature strong olive elements intermixed with reds, oranges, and golds. A superb gem, and undeniably rare as such. Ex. Millennia Collection

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