Watch List notes:

Russia, Alexander I, poltina (half rouble), 1802, St. Petersburg, Alexander Ivannov, crowned double-headed eagle, rev. crowned inscription within wreath (KM.C123; Sev.2516), in plastic holder, graded by NGC as Mint State 65, gem superbly toned over full lustre The finest specimen ever graded by NGC.

Estimate: £5000-10,000