Republic gold 100 Francs 1879-A MS65 NGC, Paris mint, KM832, Fr-590. Barred anchor variety. Widely beloved as a series, the example at hand is particularly prized in its rarely available Gem designation. This attractive specimen, fully deserving of its elevated grade, shines with a vibrant peach-gold hue and brilliant cartwheeling luster on surfaces that admit only minimal marks that limit it from attaining loftier levels. Presently bested by just one piece and half a point at PCGS, and quality-minded collectors should take note as another opportunity to secure an elite tier survivor may not arise any time soon. Ex. Heritage Auction 3033 (August 2014, Lot 23228) HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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