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NYINC Signature Sale 3037 Sess. 2-4 5 January 2015
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Alexander II silver Medal 1857 MS63 PCGS, by A. Lyalin and M. Kuchkin, on the 700th Anniversary of Christianity in Finland, Diakov-665.1 (R2), Smirnov-612, 55mm. Obv. Bust of Alexander II with legend, Emperor Alexander II, Grand Duke of Finland. Rev. Kneeling man and woman with radiant cross above. Legend, Finland Rejoicing in this Light for Seven Centuries. 18 June 1857. Bold relief, with an impressive design. Attractive grave and argent-gray toning over lustrous surfaces with only minor marks. A very rare medal.
Estimate: 4000-5000 USD
Alexander II silver Medal 1857 MS63 PCGS, by A. Lyalin and M. Kuchkin, on the 700th Anniversary of Christianity in Finland, Diakov-665.1 (R2), Smirnov-612, 55mm. Obv. Bust of Alexander II with legend, Emperor Alexander II, Grand Duke of Finland. Rev. Kneeling man and woman with radiant cross above. Legend, Finland Rejoicing in this Light for Seven Centuries. 18 June 1857. Bold relief, with an impressive design. Attractive grave and argent-gray toning over lustrous surfaces with only minor marks. A very rare medal.
Estimate: 4000-5000 USD