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CSNS Signature Sale 3107 3-5 May 2023
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Christian V silver Pattern 2 Ducats 1673 AU53 NGC, KM-Unl., cf. Fr-12b (in gold), cf. ABH-9 (same). 7.05gm. One of a handful of exceedingly scarce Norwegian issues from the reign of Christian V in this very sale, witnessed here struck off-metal in silver. Visually captivating with the elephant reverse design, believed to be association with the ceremonies surrounding Denmark's highest chivalric order - the Order of the Elephant, not officially establish until the latter years of Christian's rule, in 1693. Boasting a stronger strike than is typically associated with these types, with all details fully embossed and easily discernible, making for a top-tier specimen for the Norwegian specialist.
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Christian V silver Pattern 2 Ducats 1673 AU53 NGC, KM-Unl., cf. Fr-12b (in gold), cf. ABH-9 (same). 7.05gm. One of a handful of exceedingly scarce Norwegian issues from the reign of Christian V in this very sale, witnessed here struck off-metal in silver. Visually captivating with the elephant reverse design, believed to be association with the ceremonies surrounding Denmark's highest chivalric order - the Order of the Elephant, not officially establish until the latter years of Christian's rule, in 1693. Boasting a stronger strike than is typically associated with these types, with all details fully embossed and easily discernible, making for a top-tier specimen for the Norwegian specialist.
https://coins.ha.com/itm/norway/norway-christian-v-silver-pattern-2-ducats-1673-au53-ngc-/a/3107-31733.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3107-05032023
HID02906262019
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