RUSSIA. First League of Armed Neutrality Silver Medal, 1780. PCGS MS-63 Gold Shield.
Diakov-182.4. By A. van Baerli. Commemorating the convention on Armed Sea Neutrality between Russia, Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands. Obverse: Coat-of-arms of Russia between those of Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands, all connected together by chain held up by armored, sword-wielding arm; Reverse: Legend and date in ten lines; Eye of Providence above. A popular type, this issue features a rather appealing cabinet tone accentuated by hints of russet and cobalt, with some underlying luster peeking through as well.
Estimate: $500.00- $750.00