Ranavalona III gold Proof Pattern 5 Francs 1895 PR62 Cameo NGC, KM-XM3c (Unique), Lec-35 (1 Known), Gad-10 (same), VG-Unl. 34.47gm. Incuse lettered edge. Struck by Pinches & Co. at the order of Dr. Reginald Huth of London. A possibly unique Pattern in gold, and described as such by the Unusual World Coins catalog, Gadoury, and Lecompte. Admirably frosted across the raised motifs, including the sharp peripheral legends, lending an attractive cameo appearance juxtaposed with reflective golden fields. Light contact marks are noted to the right obverse field, though are scant enough to justifiably earn the specimen a choice grade designation by NGC. Fully struck, with not a hint of weakness traceable across the raised motifs. A singular opportunity to own this exemplary Pattern of the highest rarity. Ex. Leu Numismatik Auction 89 (October 2003, Lot 414); Likely Farouk Collection (Sotheby's February 1954, Lot 1264), though the quality of the photographic plates makes a direct comparison difficult

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