Third Republic (1870-1940). Pair of single-sided proofs, obverse and reverse, of 25 Lindauer centimes, in bronze-silver, special strikes (SP) 1914, Paris.

PCGS SP64 (43135359 and 43135360).
Av. RF around the center hole surmounted by a Phrygian cap, all within a wreath formed of two branches; signature EM. LINDAUER.
Rv. LIBERTE. EGALITE. FRATERNITE (date). Central hole flanked by two olive branches and 25 - CMES and (different), ESSAI sous MES.

GEM.77.3 and 77.4 = these specimens; Silver-plated bronze - 5 g - 24 mm - 12 h

Top Pop: these are the only graded examples! From the Chirico collection and Palombo 10 sale no. 559.

PCGS SP64 (43135359 and 43135360).
Unique pair of single-sided proofs! Very fine, well-marked special strike. Collector's gray patina. Almost Fleur de coin.