German States
Cologne. Archbishop Johann von Geisel gold Medal 1850 SP63 PCGS, Von Hoydonck-50. 48mm. 63.04gm. By J. Weiner. Struck to commemorate von Geisel's elevation to the position of cardinal. Bust left, wearing mozetta and zucchetto / Interior view of the Cologne Cathedral with biographical information surrounding and three shields below. A very rare type struck in exceptional high relief to the obverse, the reverse expressing an incuse design that creates a sense of great depth to the majestic Cologne Cathedral. Lightly frosted over the devices, the fields bearing notable reflectivity throughout.
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Estimate: 10000-12000 USD