Russia
Alexander II Proof 5 Kopecks 1856 EM PR63 Brown NGC, Ekaterinburg mint, Bitkin-296, KM-C152.1. Obv. Crowned double-headed Imperial eagle. Rev. Date and value in circle of leaves. Reddish-brown patina, with nicely mirrored fields and a superior strike. A very rare issue in Proof and only the second example we have seen of this type.
Ex. Hammel Collection (Stack's 9/1982 - Lot 518)
Estimate: 3500-4500 USD