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Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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RUSSIA. Ruble, 1723-OK. Moscow (Red) Mint. Peter I (The Great). NGC AU Details--Tooled.
Dav-1658; KM-162.3; cf. Bit-883. An intriguing variety of an always popular Peter the Great Ruble, this specimen differs from many in that the fur on the mantle extends down to the cross on the obverse. This variety was missing from the famed collection of the Grand Duke Mikhailovich, and therefore should be counted as a SCARCE variety. When previously offered, this example was sold as one of two examples, with the other being impounded in the Hermitage. This cannot be verified presently, though such a claim may be well founded. This specimen displays just a touch of wear on the high elements, along with handsome tone on the surfaces. The tooling can be seen on the face of Peter, though this is light and unobtrusive. A wonderful piece, and one with a variety not likely to be encountered again. To view all items from the Sigma Collection, click here.
From the Sigma Collection.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
Dav-1658; KM-162.3; cf. Bit-883. An intriguing variety of an always popular Peter the Great Ruble, this specimen differs from many in that the fur on the mantle extends down to the cross on the obverse. This variety was missing from the famed collection of the Grand Duke Mikhailovich, and therefore should be counted as a SCARCE variety. When previously offered, this example was sold as one of two examples, with the other being impounded in the Hermitage. This cannot be verified presently, though such a claim may be well founded. This specimen displays just a touch of wear on the high elements, along with handsome tone on the surfaces. The tooling can be seen on the face of Peter, though this is light and unobtrusive. A wonderful piece, and one with a variety not likely to be encountered again. To view all items from the Sigma Collection, click here.
From the Sigma Collection.
Estimate: $4000 - $6000