SWEDEN. Ducat, 1810. Stockholm Mint. Karl XIII. NGC MS-65+.
Fr-83; KM-582; SM-2(2); SG-9; Hagander-568; Bruun auction-2155; Bruun-13237. Weight: 3.48 gms. Mintmaster: Olof Lidijn (OL). Engraver: Lars Grandel. Another RARE type (mintage: 1,322) minted in gold from the Swedish province of Dalarna as indicated by the arms on the reverse. A lovely Gem specimen, this entrancing and alluring Ducat generates immense charm from its glittering luster. Slight frostiness is seen on the design elements, with a technical preservation that exceeds the standard Gem, as evidenced by the "+" grade.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection.
Ex: Countship of Brahesminde Collection (Private Sale - 1922).
Estimate: $15000 - $20000