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Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs

1883 - Paris - Pattern - Proof - Aluminum

Quality PF65
€8.000
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Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs, 1883, Paris, Pattern, Proof, Aluminum
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Madagascar - Ranavalona III - 5 Francs
1883 - Paris - Pattern - Proof - Aluminum
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Denomination and date within a laurel wreath tied with a ribbon.

Graded NGC PF65. Error in the slab label: Incorrect bibliographic reference. It indicates ‘X-3b’, but this reference corresponds to ‘Large lettering’ (2nd type) with pellets as separations in the legend on the observe. On this example, the separators are stars, corresponding to the ‘Small lettering’ (3rd type), i.e. references X-2b (plain edge) and X-2c (reeded edge). The edge of this coin is plain, as mentioned in the previous sales (ex. Maison Palombo Auction 6, 12/10/2008, lot 298 & Auction 11, 30/11/2012, lot 741), thus identifying it as X-2b ‘Small lettering’ and not X-3b as written on label. See also Lecompte 22 and 23. Coin of outstanding rarity, possibly the only known example with plain aluminium edge (another one is known with reeded edge: Heritage Auction, Auction 3073, 29/04/2019, lot 31514). Almost Fleur de Coin. 6h. Mass used as indicated from the Maison Palombo sale of 12/10/2008. Sticker on the back of the slab.

★ RANAVALOMANJAKA ★ MPANJAKA NY MADAGASCAR

5 FRANCS 1883

6.51 gr

  • Country: Madagascar
  • Denomination: 5 Francs
  • Year: 1883
  • Mint name: Paris
  • Composition: Aluminum
  • Diameter: 37
  • Ruler Name: Ranavalona III
  • Certification: NGC
  • Certification Number: 3066321-015
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  • Coin rarity: extremely rare
  • Packaging: encapsulated coin
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NumisCorner catalog reference: 981630
Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs, 1883, Paris, Pattern, Proof, Aluminum

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Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs, 1883, Paris, Pattern, Proof, Aluminum

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Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs, 1883, Paris, Pattern, Proof, Aluminum

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Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs, 1883, Paris, Pattern, Proof, Aluminum
Quality shown in the photo: PF65
Real photo of the collectible item that you will receive
Madagascar, Ranavalona III, 5 Francs, 1883, Paris, Pattern, Proof, Aluminum
Quality shown in the photo: PF65
Real photo of the collectible item that you will receive
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Aluminum

Aluminum

This common metal’s name comes from the Latin alumen meaning alum. Aluminum is a light metal with a bright and silvery appearance. Its use in its natural form is actually a recent development, as the procedure for extracting aluminum from bauxite was only perfected in the 19th century.

It is not frequently used for coins, with the exception of small denominations (centimes and other cents), because it is easier to find during periods of shortages or crisis. It is also used for tokens, emergency money, small coins, and certain medals.

A malleable medal, it has a great affinity towards oxygen and forms a protective layer of oxide on the surface when exposed to air.

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