1670-A French Colonies 5 Sols. Paris Mint. Martin 8-C. Lecompte-186, W-11605, Breen-256. EF-45 (PCGS). Dark gray with lighter silvery undertones. Significant hairlines are seen on both sides, but the eye appeal remains good, details are exceptionally sharp, and the centering is ideal. A few vertical scratches are seen in the soft part of the reverse, slightly left of center. Both sides show bold peripheral clash marks; most interestingly, the 1670 date is seen crisply beneath the bust truncation. PCGS# 905850. From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Jeff Rock, summer 2008.
