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NYINC Signature Sale 3030 5-6 January 2014
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Peter III as Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp "Albertus" Taler 1753-S, Mannheim mint, Dav-1353, Diakov-46, Bit-61, MS64 NGC. Obv. Ceremonial bust right wearing medal ribbon. Rev. Crowned double headed eagle with the shield of Russia at left and that of Holstein-Gottorp at right on chest, shields surrounded by chain of the Order of St. Andrew. One of the finest extant of this rare type with an impressively sharp design motif that remains unplagued by planchet striations and beautifully toned surfaces that transition from earthy pastel tone in the centers to more vibrant blue, orange-gold and purple color at the margins. No post-strike issues of any distinction are observed beneath the tone, and luster, of lovely gleaming quality, remains unhindered. Several minute planchet fissures (as struck), reside on the central bust, and while their visual impact is limited, notation is merited. All in all, a coin that is far above most in terms of technical preservation and seldom rivaled in terms of eye-appeal. We think that close examination will bring the viewer to the same conclusion we have reached - the grade on the holder is quite conservative.Peter was born in Kiel, in Holstein-Gottorp, Germany. His mother was Anna Petrovna, daughter of Emperor Peter I (Peter the Great), and Empress Catherine I of Russia. When his Aunt, Elizabeth (Anna's younger sister) became Empress of Russia, she proclaimed Peter her heir and took him with her to Russia. Peter's reign in Russia was extremely unpopular, and very short, lasting only 186 days before he was overthrown and supposedly assassinated,From The Formosa Collection
Estimate: 20000-25000 USD
Peter III as Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp "Albertus" Taler 1753-S, Mannheim mint, Dav-1353, Diakov-46, Bit-61, MS64 NGC. Obv. Ceremonial bust right wearing medal ribbon. Rev. Crowned double headed eagle with the shield of Russia at left and that of Holstein-Gottorp at right on chest, shields surrounded by chain of the Order of St. Andrew. One of the finest extant of this rare type with an impressively sharp design motif that remains unplagued by planchet striations and beautifully toned surfaces that transition from earthy pastel tone in the centers to more vibrant blue, orange-gold and purple color at the margins. No post-strike issues of any distinction are observed beneath the tone, and luster, of lovely gleaming quality, remains unhindered. Several minute planchet fissures (as struck), reside on the central bust, and while their visual impact is limited, notation is merited. All in all, a coin that is far above most in terms of technical preservation and seldom rivaled in terms of eye-appeal. We think that close examination will bring the viewer to the same conclusion we have reached - the grade on the holder is quite conservative.Peter was born in Kiel, in Holstein-Gottorp, Germany. His mother was Anna Petrovna, daughter of Emperor Peter I (Peter the Great), and Empress Catherine I of Russia. When his Aunt, Elizabeth (Anna's younger sister) became Empress of Russia, she proclaimed Peter her heir and took him with her to Russia. Peter's reign in Russia was extremely unpopular, and very short, lasting only 186 days before he was overthrown and supposedly assassinated,From The Formosa Collection
Estimate: 20000-25000 USD