Switzerland
Vaud. Canton 40 Batzen 1812 MS66 NGC, KM17, Dav-362, HMZ-2997a. Mintage of only 2,485 pieces. Obv. Swiss guard leaning on shield with value below. Rev. Wreath above shield, with flower sprays at the sides, date below. Superb example, with full frosty mint luster and slightly reflective fields. The surfaces are pristine with a hint of golden patina. Tied with a single other example at NGC for the highest technical grade in their census. An absolutely Gem example and nearly the equal of the Prooflike piece that we sold in our 2017 New York auction for $8,000 hammer.
Estimate: 3500-4500 USD