Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2023 NYINC Auction 13-16 Jan 2023
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GERMANY. Medallic Issues. Augsburg. Gold Medal of 3/4 Ducat Weight, 1690. NGC AU-55.
Diameter: 19mm; Weight: 2.55 gms. Commemorating the coronation of Joseph as King of the Romans. Obverse: Upright sword entwined with laurel branch; radiant Eye of Providence above; Reverse: Crown and palm fronds; below, legend and date in seven lines. A VERY RARE coronation commemorative, especially in this module, the present specimen is just short of Mint State status on account of some very gentle handling, though enchanting brilliance remains.
From the Augustana Collection.
Estimate: $800 - $1200
Diameter: 19mm; Weight: 2.55 gms. Commemorating the coronation of Joseph as King of the Romans. Obverse: Upright sword entwined with laurel branch; radiant Eye of Providence above; Reverse: Crown and palm fronds; below, legend and date in seven lines. A VERY RARE coronation commemorative, especially in this module, the present specimen is just short of Mint State status on account of some very gentle handling, though enchanting brilliance remains.
From the Augustana Collection.
Estimate: $800 - $1200