FRANCE. Empire. 5 Francs, 1808-A. Paris Mint. Napoleon I. PCGS PROOF-65.Dav-84; Sobin-57; KM-686.1; Gad-583; F-306/2; T&T-1060.PF. The single <em>flan bruni</em> example observed in the PCGS census, this absolutely colossal and stunning representative offers deep gunmetal gray toning throughout, all while some golden hints highlight the peripheries. The degree of brilliance in the fields is captivating, with the devices slightly offset through argent frosting. Exceedingly sharply struck and well produced, and undoubtedly an <strong>EXTREMELY RARE</strong> opportunity for the advanced collector of the series more narrowly, or world crowns in general more broadly.<strong>To view all items from the Richard Margolis Collection, click <a href="https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/lots?sort=auction_date_lot_number_asc&search=Richard+Margolis+Collection&limit=96&lots_range=upcoming"> here.</a></strong>From the Richard Margolis Collection (acquired from Heritage in 1999 for $5,325).Ex: Heritage (8/1999) Lot # 5866.Ex: New England FPL (5/1981).
