FRANCE. Empire. White Metal 40 Francs Essai (Pattern), 1807-Q. Perpignan Mint. Napoleon I. PCGS MS-61.cf. Fr-481-86 (for regular issue); cf. KM-A688 (same); cf-Gad-1082 (same); cf. F-539 (same); T&T-1086.3. Weight: 4.17 gms. A <strong>VERY RARE</strong> off-metal striking in white metal for the circulation strike design, this Mint State specimen presents slate gray hues and some alluring brilliance remaining. Of further intrigue, it is interesting to note that Perpignan did not strike this denomination for 1807.<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 Joël Creusy in December 2001 for $308).