Italy
Vittorio Emanuele III gold Proof Prova 20 Lire 1906-Dated PR66 Cameo NGC, Milan mint, KM-Pr3, Pag-176 (R4), Sim-38, Mont-93. Obverse: Bare head, left; in the legends a Savoy knot inside a rectangle and the initials EB (Egidio Boninsegna); Reverse: SEDVLA IN PACE LABORAT / LIRE 20 / PROVA / SJ / REGNO D'ITALIA 1906, Bee with outstretched wings and legs. An exceedingly attractive selection of this rare gold pattern type showcasing a combination of cameo contrasting features and semi-reflective fields basking in golden brilliance. The offering ranks as the only of its kind to be certified by NGC to-date, rendering the opportunity potentially unique for the focused, specialized bidder. A true jewel of Italian numismatics preserved to a laudable caliber of technical and aesthetic quality.
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Estimate: 25000-30000 USD