Austria
Franz Joseph I gold Proof 100 Corona 1908 PR64 NGC, Kremnitz mint, KM2812, Fr-514. One of only ten likewise certified pieces, this highly-engaging issue which features the stately bust of the emperor and celebrates his 60th year of reign, displays all-over glossy surfaces that effortlessly support the intricately beautiful "Lady in the Clouds" design. The citrus-golden color of this dramatically-styled selection radiates from all angles, and the open fields that surround the high-relief portrait offer deep reflectivity as well as freshness from any remarkable blemishes. Highly coveted as a type, but in this near-Gem Proof condition, this decadent, eye-catching example is greatly deserving of a premium bid.
Estimate: 15000-20000 USD