French State (1940-1944). 1 cent trial strike, smooth edge and medal strike, Frappe spéciale (SP) 1943, Hanoi.

INDOCHINA - INDOCHINA
French State (1940-1944). 1 cent, smooth edge, medal-struck variety 1943, Hanoi. NGC MS 64 (Lec-110) (6639731-033).
Av. ETAT / FRANÇAIS. Epis around central perforation; below (date).
Rv. INDOCHINE / 1 Cent. and = around central perforation.
Lec.cf. 110 (medal strike); Aluminum - 0.51 g - 17 mm - 12 h
Top Pop: this is the only graded example at NGC!
NGC MS 64 (Lec-110) (6639731-033).
Smooth edge and medal strike. This variety is not described in Lecompte! Very rare. Superb.