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NYINC Signature Sale 3044 3-4 January 2016
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Louis Philippe I gold & silver "Rouen Mint Visit" Specimen Pattern 5 Francs Presentation Set 1831, 1) Gold. KM-M20c, VG-2824var., Maz-1168 (R4).2) Silver. KM-M20b, VG-2824, Maz-1168a (R2).A spectacular presentation of the highest rarity, combining the exceedingly rare gold striking of the "Rouen Mint Visit" pattern with the scarce silver issue, both using Domard's standard obverse design for the 1832-1848 5 Franc issues. Accompanied with an early 20th century Cornelius Saunders & Francis Shepherd of Birmingham, England custom sterling silver hallmarked case, engraved with a seven-line inscription that reads: LOUIS PHILIPPE I. 1830. / TWO PATTERN FIVE-FRANC PIECES / by Domard / STRUCK IN 1831 TO COMMEMORATE / HIS MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE PARIS MINT / BOTH BRILLIANT, AND THE GOLD SPECIMEN / OF THE HIGHEST RARITY.As was the case at the time of the box's engraving, today, both coins remain in lovely "brilliant" condition. The gold example showcases shimmering reflective surfaces with orange-gold accents that concentrate at the edges. The bust of Louis Philippe is frosted and sits in pleasing contrast to the fields. Only minor handling is evident and on the whole, the assigned numeric grade seems conservative. The silver piece has likely toned somewhat since its first placement in the case, but it too remains impeccably presented with meandering copper-gold and mauve patina over glassy mirrored surfaces. Together, they are perfectly matched.Acquired from a long-time aid of the estate of famous financier J.P. Morgan. Clearly, as Morgan himself would have realized and his connection has undoubtedly added to, a set in which the numismatic importance is difficult to overstate. While one or two others perhaps exists individually in gold, the set is very likely unique, and it is undoubtedly so with such a fine presentation case and pedigree. Worthy of the finest numismatic cabinet.Ex. J. P. Morgan
Estimate: 30000-40000 USD
Louis Philippe I gold & silver "Rouen Mint Visit" Specimen Pattern 5 Francs Presentation Set 1831, 1) Gold. KM-M20c, VG-2824var., Maz-1168 (R4).2) Silver. KM-M20b, VG-2824, Maz-1168a (R2).A spectacular presentation of the highest rarity, combining the exceedingly rare gold striking of the "Rouen Mint Visit" pattern with the scarce silver issue, both using Domard's standard obverse design for the 1832-1848 5 Franc issues. Accompanied with an early 20th century Cornelius Saunders & Francis Shepherd of Birmingham, England custom sterling silver hallmarked case, engraved with a seven-line inscription that reads: LOUIS PHILIPPE I. 1830. / TWO PATTERN FIVE-FRANC PIECES / by Domard / STRUCK IN 1831 TO COMMEMORATE / HIS MAJESTY'S VISIT TO THE PARIS MINT / BOTH BRILLIANT, AND THE GOLD SPECIMEN / OF THE HIGHEST RARITY.As was the case at the time of the box's engraving, today, both coins remain in lovely "brilliant" condition. The gold example showcases shimmering reflective surfaces with orange-gold accents that concentrate at the edges. The bust of Louis Philippe is frosted and sits in pleasing contrast to the fields. Only minor handling is evident and on the whole, the assigned numeric grade seems conservative. The silver piece has likely toned somewhat since its first placement in the case, but it too remains impeccably presented with meandering copper-gold and mauve patina over glassy mirrored surfaces. Together, they are perfectly matched.Acquired from a long-time aid of the estate of famous financier J.P. Morgan. Clearly, as Morgan himself would have realized and his connection has undoubtedly added to, a set in which the numismatic importance is difficult to overstate. While one or two others perhaps exists individually in gold, the set is very likely unique, and it is undoubtedly so with such a fine presentation case and pedigree. Worthy of the finest numismatic cabinet.Ex. J. P. Morgan
Estimate: 30000-40000 USD