Description
ALGERIA
Second Empire / Napoleon III (1852–1870). Token of the Bank of Algeria, undated (1845–1860), Paris.
Obverse: A woman with a chest full of sacks of gold behind her embraces an Algerian peasant holding a plough; below, the signature ‘GAYRARD’. F.
Reverse: Within a wreath formed of two branches: ‘BANQUE DE L’ALGÉRIE’.
Lec.72 – Fayolle 134; Silver – 19.15 g – 36.5 mm – 12 h
Top Pop: this is the only graded specimen!
NGC MS 62 (8769698-001).
With hand-stamped hallmark. Special strike with satin-finish reliefs. Superb in proof condition.
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