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Alexander II gold Medal "For Zeal" (1855-DATED) AU55 NGC, Diakov-637.1 var. (R4), slight portrait variation, Smirnov-560a, 75.20gm, 50mm. Obv. Barehead bust of Alexander II left. Rev. Inscription, "For Zeal," surrounding corded ring encircling open space and all within four concentric circles. Bold relief, with full, bright mint luster. The fields are reflective and moderate marks are noted on both sides. A small suspension has been placed at twelve o'clock, denoting that this piece was awarded. The only similar example we can reference is a much smaller piece (29 mm), and variety with older bust (Diakov-637.5). This smaller example was sold by Sincona in their October 9, 2012 auction, Lot 1958, where it realized a hammer price of approximately $31,952. This much larger piece is exceedingly rare and the only one we have seen.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 40000-60000 USD
Alexander II gold Medal "For Zeal" (1855-DATED) AU55 NGC, Diakov-637.1 var. (R4), slight portrait variation, Smirnov-560a, 75.20gm, 50mm. Obv. Barehead bust of Alexander II left. Rev. Inscription, "For Zeal," surrounding corded ring encircling open space and all within four concentric circles. Bold relief, with full, bright mint luster. The fields are reflective and moderate marks are noted on both sides. A small suspension has been placed at twelve o'clock, denoting that this piece was awarded. The only similar example we can reference is a much smaller piece (29 mm), and variety with older bust (Diakov-637.5). This smaller example was sold by Sincona in their October 9, 2012 auction, Lot 1958, where it realized a hammer price of approximately $31,952. This much larger piece is exceedingly rare and the only one we have seen.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 40000-60000 USD