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Near-Gem Comoros 5 Francs

French Colony. Said Ali Ibn Said Omar 5 Francs AH 1308 (1890)-A MS64 PCGS, Paris mint, KM3, Lec-10. Mintage: 2,050. A very attractive colonial piece with striking weapon designs that feature a cannon, a Khanjar dagger and sword attached, a bow, a gun, an arrow and an assegai. This near-Gem example is among some of the finest Heritage has offered for the type and more conditionally advanced. At present this example is tied for the second highest grade at PCGS. This is a fantastic opportunity for the French colonial-type collector who values conditional and visual superiority.

Metal: Silver
Diameter: 37mm


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December
22nd Monday 6:50 pm CT
Auction Dates
December
22nd Monday
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This lot is in: 1 - World & Ancient Coins Session
(Lots 24001-24287) - 7:00 PM Central Time, Monday, December 22, 2025.
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Heritage Auctions
2801 W. Airport Freeway
Dallas, TX 75261

Current Bid:
$4,000
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