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NYINC Signature Sale 3037 Sess. 2-4 5 January 2015
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Order of Malta. Ferdinand Hompesch 30 Tari 1798 MS63 PCGS, KM345.3, Dav-1611b, Schembri-3. A striking, one-year type that is believed to have been struck by the French during their occupation, featuring the armored bust of Ferdinand Hompesch and crowned imperial eagle. Broad, with incredibly original surfaces that glisten with an exciting amount of mint luster and minor, yet hardly disturbing adjustment marks. The reverse is sublime with highlights in a delicate shade of antique gold that are woven through much of the devices and produce a warm glow. Currently the finest-known certified specimen of this type, and highly engaging as such.
Estimate: 2200-2600 USD
Order of Malta. Ferdinand Hompesch 30 Tari 1798 MS63 PCGS, KM345.3, Dav-1611b, Schembri-3. A striking, one-year type that is believed to have been struck by the French during their occupation, featuring the armored bust of Ferdinand Hompesch and crowned imperial eagle. Broad, with incredibly original surfaces that glisten with an exciting amount of mint luster and minor, yet hardly disturbing adjustment marks. The reverse is sublime with highlights in a delicate shade of antique gold that are woven through much of the devices and produce a warm glow. Currently the finest-known certified specimen of this type, and highly engaging as such.
Estimate: 2200-2600 USD