NGC PF 63 (3154327-013).
Av. NAPOLEON III EMPEROR. Nude head right, below (date).
Rv. FRENCH EMPIRE. Within a wreath of two branches: 10 FRANCS ESSAI.
G.1014 p.577 - Maz.1618a - VG.3411 ; Gold - 3,22 g - 19 mm - 6 h
This is the second highest grade! From the Palombo 15 sale, October 22, 2016, no. 747 and previously from the Palombo 8 sale, November 27, 2009, no. 329.
NGC PF 63 (3154327-013).
Grooved edges. Burnished blank (PROOF) and very careful minting with perfect listels and excellent centering. The glossy fields have a slight patina with satin-finish relief. Very rare. Superb at Fleur de coin.