Russia
Alexander II "Nicholas I Monument" silver Medal 1859 SP58 PCGS, by P. Brusnitsyn, Diakov-681.1 (R2), Smirnov-621/a, 83mm. Issued to commemorate the opening of the monument to Nicholas I in St. Petersburg. Obv. Helmeted and armored bust of Nicholas I left. Rev. View of the Nicholas I monument with date below. Struck in exceptionally high relief, with reflective surfaces. Light marks are visible on both sides, with gray toning and scattered gold highlights.
Estimate: 5000-6000 USD