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L.E. Bruun Collection 14 Sep 2024
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SWEDEN. 10 Francs (Carolin), 1869. Stockholm Mint. Karl XV. NGC MS-68.
Fr-92; KM-716; SM-11(11); SG-26; Hagander-714; Bruun auction-2324; Bruun-13615. Weight: 3.22 gms. Mintmaster: Sebastian Tham. Engraver: Lea Ahlborn (LA). Brushing right up against the fine edge of perfection, it barely warrants a mention that this piece is the finest certified by NGC. Going far beyond even Mint State qualifiers, this 10 Francs is perhaps best summarized as the physical representation of the idealized design the engraver must have had in mind. The fine details in the orb and on the portrait are executed with an elegance and artistry befitting the best works in museums. A specimen that should be intensely pursued, as one is unlikely to see another even approaching this lofty one.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection.
Fr-92; KM-716; SM-11(11); SG-26; Hagander-714; Bruun auction-2324; Bruun-13615. Weight: 3.22 gms. Mintmaster: Sebastian Tham. Engraver: Lea Ahlborn (LA). Brushing right up against the fine edge of perfection, it barely warrants a mention that this piece is the finest certified by NGC. Going far beyond even Mint State qualifiers, this 10 Francs is perhaps best summarized as the physical representation of the idealized design the engraver must have had in mind. The fine details in the orb and on the portrait are executed with an elegance and artistry befitting the best works in museums. A specimen that should be intensely pursued, as one is unlikely to see another even approaching this lofty one.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection.
Ex: Countship of Brahesminde Collection (Private Sale - 1922).
Estimate: $3000 - $6000