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Sale 89
New York International 2016
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Lot 1156 |
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GreatSeljuq. Malik Shah (465-485h). Gold Dinar, Naysabur 477h, 3.63g (A 1674). About extremely fine. $ 300. GreatSeljuq. Malik Shah (465-485h). Gold Dinar, Naysabur 477h, 3.63g (A 1674). About extremely fine. $ 300.
Estimated Value $300-UP.
ISLAMIC.
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| Realized
$1,521 |
Lot 1157 |
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Buwayhid. Abu Kalijar (fl 432h). Gold Dinar, ‘Uman 432h, 6.56g (TR Um 432g; A 1578D). About extremely fine. Very rare. Buwayhid. Abu Kalijar (fl 432h). Gold Dinar, ‘Uman 432h, 6.56g (TR Um 432g; A 1578D). About extremely fine. Very rare. $ 1,000.
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
ISLAMIC.
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Lot 1158 |
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Ilkhans. Ghazan Mahmud (694-703h). Gold Dinar, Tabriz 699h, 4.25g (Diler 281; A 2170). Good very fine. $ 450. Ilkhans. Ghazan Mahmud (694-703h). Gold Dinar, Tabriz 699h, 4.25g (Diler 281; A 2170). Good very fine. $ 450.
Estimated Value $450-UP.
ISLAMIC.
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$445 |
Lot 1159 |
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Ilkhans. Uljaytu (703-716h). Gold Dinar, mint illegible, 71xh, 4.97g. Probably a contemporary Anatolian copy (A 2186). Ilkhans. Uljaytu (703-716h). Gold Dinar, mint illegible, 71xh, 4.97g. Probably a contemporary Anatolian copy (A 2186). Extremely fine. $ 400.
Estimated Value $400-UP.
ISLAMIC.
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$374 |
Lot 1160 |
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Zand. Karim Khan (1166-1193h). Gold ½-Mohur, Isfahan 1184h, 5.39g (A 2789). Very fine. $ 250. Zand. Karim Khan (1166-1193h). Gold ½-Mohur, Isfahan 1184h, 5.39g (A 2789). Very fine. $ 250.
Estimated Value $250-UP.
ISLAMIC.
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$1,404 |
Lot 1161 |
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Italian States. Naples. Ferdinando IV (1759-1825). Gold 6-Ducati, 1760-CC R. Youthful bust right, FERDINAND.IV. D. G. SI. Italian States. Naples. Ferdinando IV (1759-1825). Gold 6-Ducati, 1760-CC R. Youthful bust right, FERDINAND.IV. D. G. SICILIAR. ET HIER. REX. Rev. Crowned arms, HISPANIAR. INFANS. 1760, with C/R - C. at sides of arms and D - 6 below (Fr 846; CNI vol. XX, XXI, 6; KM C75). In NGC holder graded MS63+, needle sharp strike with semi-prooflike surfaces, has the appearance of a presentation strike with nearly flawless fields and flashy original mint lustre. Very rare two year type. $ 4,000.
Estimated Value $4,000-UP.
ITALY.
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$4,095 |
Lot 1162 |
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Italian States: Papal/Roman States. Zecchino, 1749-IX. Fr-231; KM-943. Benedict XIV, 1740-1758. Holy Mother Church, seated on cloud. Reverse; Radiant dove above Papal arms. Lovely original example with mint fresh brilliant luster. NGC graded MS-64.
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
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$1,170 |
Lot 1163 |
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Renaissance. Niccolo Piccinino (1380-1444), Condotiere. Cast Bronze Medal, 272g, 86.5mm, by Antonio de Pucci, called Pis. Renaissance. Niccolo Piccinino (1380-1444), Condotiere. Cast Bronze Medal, 272g, 86.5mm, by Antonio de Pucci, called Pisanello (c.1394-1455). Bust left in plated armour, wearing tall cap, NICOLAVS PICININVS VICECOMES MARCHIO CAPITANEVS MAX MARS ALTER. Rev. The She-griffin of Perusia suckling two infants, the condotiere Braccio da Montone and Piccinino, BRACCIVS PISANI P OPVS N PICININVS, PERUGIA on the griffin’s collar (Arm I, 7/21; Kress 4; Pollard 4; Syson & Gordon 3.37a, b; Baldwin’s Auction 64, Hall collection, lot 2). An old aftercast of good quality, from a pierced specimen, some tooling, very fine. $ 3,000.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.
ITALY.
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Lot 1164 |
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Renaissance. Gianfrancesco Enzola (active 1455-1478). Francesco I Sforza (1401-1466), 4th Duke of Milan. Cast Bronze Med. Renaissance. Gianfrancesco Enzola (active 1455-1478). Francesco I Sforza (1401-1466), 4th Duke of Milan. Cast Bronze Medal, 45.41g, 42mm. Bust right in plain armour, FR SFORTIA VICECOMES MLI DVX IIII BELLI PATER ET PACIS AVTOR MCCCCLVI, VF across field. Rev. Greyhound seated under tree, hand issuing from the clouds reaches to touch it, IO FR ENZOLAE PARMENSIS OPVS (Hill, Corpus 281; Arm I, 44/6; Kress 92; Pollard 135). An extremely fine contemporary cast with brown patina, trace of acquisition number. ex Michael Hall Collection, Baldwin’s Auction 64, May 2010, lot 74 $ 1,500.
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.
ITALY.
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$1,697 |
Lot 1165 |
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Renaissance. Follower of Francesco Francia, Bernardo de’ Rossi (1468-1527). Bishop of Treviso (1499), Governor of Bologn. Renaissance. Follower of Francesco Francia, Bernardo de’ Rossi (1468-1527). Bishop of Treviso (1499), Governor of Bologna (1519-1523). Bronze Medal, 129.22g, 65mm. Bust right wearing biretta and mozzeta, BER RV CO B EPS TAR LE BO VIC GV ET PRAE. Rev. Female figure (Peace?), holding flower, standing in a car drawn by a dragon and an eagle, OB VIRTVTES IN FLAMINIAM RESTITVTAS (Hill 612; Arm II, 105, 19 and III, 32, F; Kress 187; Pollard 209; Toderi/Vannel 1345). A very fine contemporary cast, drill-pierced, brown patina. ex Michael Hall Collection, Baldwin’s Auction 64, May 2010, lot 56 $ 800.
Estimated Value $800-UP.
ITALY.
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$1,287 |
Lot 1166 |
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Renaissance. Giovanni Bernardi da Castelbolognese (1496-1553). Commodus, after the Antique. Struck Bronze Medal, Rome c. Renaissance. Giovanni Bernardi da Castelbolognese (1496-1553). Commodus, after the Antique. Struck Bronze Medal, Rome c.1535, 75.34g, 41mm. Bust right, within laurel border, ? ????? ??? ??? ??? Rev. Lion attacking stag with a building of two columns containing a figure behind, ???????? ??? (Attwood 930; P Attwood, Giovanni Bernardi and the question of medal attribution in 16th Century Italy, Perspectives on the Renaissance Medal (New York, 2000), fig.11; IM 93). Fine, an original stuck medal. The attribution to Bernardi is made by Attwood, and based on the use of laurel wreaths, along with exact similarity between the depiction of the lion and stag on the reverse to that present on an engraved rock crystal by Bernardi (Donati, Castel Bolognese, pp.68-69; Attwood figure 9.7). $ 1,500.
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.
ITALY.
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Lot 1167 |
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Renaissance. Giovanni Bernardi da Castelbolognese (1496-1553). Commodus, after the Antique. Cast Bronze Medal, Rome c.15. Renaissance. Giovanni Bernardi da Castelbolognese (1496-1553). Commodus, after the Antique. Cast Bronze Medal, Rome c.1535, 36.92g, 38mm. Bust right, within laurel border, ?????? ??? ??? ??? Rev. Lion attacking stag with a building of two columns containing a figure behind, ???????? ??? (Attwood 930; P Attwood, Giovanni Bernardi and the question of medal attribution in 16th Century Italy, Perspectives on the Renaissance Medal (New York, 2000), fig.11; IM 93). An extremely fine original cast with olive patina, cabinet wear to highest point. ex Michael Hall Collection, Baldwin’s Auction 64, May 2010, lot 101 $ 800.
Estimated Value $800-UP.
ITALY.
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Lot 1168 |
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Renaissance. Pastorino de’ Pastorini (1508-1592). Lodovica Felicina Rossi. Cast Uniface Bronze Medal, 30.29g, 52mm. Bust. Renaissance. Pastorino de’ Pastorini (1508-1592). Lodovica Felicina Rossi. Cast Uniface Bronze Medal, 30.29g, 52mm. Bust right (Kress 329). Very fine, a cut-down version of the medal with considerable age. $ 250.
Estimated Value $250-UP.
ITALY.
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$316 |
Lot 1169 |
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Renaissance. Unknown artist. Aelius Caesar (136-138 AD). "Paduan" Bronze Medal, 22.90g, 34mm. Bare headed bust right, L. Renaissance. Unknown artist. Aelius Caesar (136-138 AD). "Paduan" Bronze Medal, 22.90g, 34mm. Bare headed bust right, L AELIVS CAESAR. Rev. Emperor addressing group soldiers, SC (BN -; Kress -). Of considerable age, extremely fine. ex Michael Hall Collection, Baldwin’s Auction 67, September 2010, lot 2298 $ 250.
Estimated Value $250-UP.
ITALY.
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Lot 1170 |
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Ferdinand VII (1813-1833). War of Independence. Silver 4-Reales, 1814 MR, GA – Guadalajara, 13.09g. Large laureate bust. Ferdinand VII (1813-1833). War of Independence. Silver 4-Reales, 1814 MR, GA – Guadalajara, 13.09g. Large laureate bust right. Rev. Crowned arms (Cal 718; KM 102.2). Good very fine. $ 300.
Estimated Value $300-UP.
MEXICO.
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Lot 1171 |
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Mexico - Republic. 8 Escudos, 1823-Mo JM. Fr-63; KM-382.1. Type I, Cap points to A. Hooknecked-eagle left, holding looped snake. Reverse; Hand holding Liberty Cap on staff, over open book. This is the first gold coin to be issued by the new republic. One year type. Sharply struck example with evidence of cleaning. Rare. NGC graded About Uncirculated, Details (Polished).
Estimated Value $7,500-UP.
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Lot 1172 |
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Louis I, Grimaldi (1662-1701). Silver Ecu (Scudo), 1666, 26.44g. Draped bust to right. Rev. Crowned shield of arms (MIR. Louis I, Grimaldi (1662-1701). Silver Ecu (Scudo), 1666, 26.44g. Draped bust to right. Rev. Crowned shield of arms (MIR 462/1; Dav 4308; KM 37.2). Harshly cleaned surface but essentially very fine, tiny edge cut by E of MONOECI. Rare. $ 7,500.
Estimated Value $7,500-UP.
MONACO.
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Lot 1173 |
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William III (1650-1702), later King of England, 1689. Silver Commemorative Medal, 1657, 31.12g, 48mm, by Gurian Pool. C. William III (1650-1702), later King of England, 1689. Silver Commemorative Medal, 1657, 31.12g, 48mm, by Gurian Pool. Child bust right wearing plumed hat. Rev. Legend in eight lines below cord (vL II, 423/409). Choice extremely fine. Rare. Following the Peace of Westminster, the Act of Seclusion forbade the Dutch to appoint any member of the House of Orange a Stadtholder. William was finally appointed in the "Disaster Year" of 1672. $ 3,000.
Estimated Value $3,000-UP.
NETHERLANDS.
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Lot 1174 |
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The Escape of the Dutch Fishing Fleet, under the auspices of Jacob van der Windt. Silver Medal, 1780, 11.75g, 31.5mm, b. The Escape of the Dutch Fishing Fleet, under the auspices of Jacob van der Windt. Silver Medal, 1780, 11.75g, 31.5mm, by Adrian van Baerll. A small cutter, the Red Rose, sailing to right, pursuing ships in distance. Rev. Legend in 13 lines (Betts 574; vL supl 579; Ford XIV, 234). Choice extremely fine. ex Schulman Auction, 7 November 1991, lot 1299 Following the Netherlands joining the League of Armed Neutrality, the British promptly captured some 200 Dutch merchant ships carrying considerable cargo valued at 15 million Gulden. Jacob van der Windt however, escaped capture. $ 700.
Estimated Value $700-UP.
NETHERLANDS.
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Lot 1175 |
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Elizabeth II (1952-). Aluminium Bronze Trial 2-Dollars, 1985, 8.76g, 26mm, struck at the Royal Australian Mint. Crowne. Elizabeth II (1952-). Aluminium Bronze Trial 2-Dollars, 1985, 8.76g, 26mm, struck at the Royal Australian Mint. Crowned bust right. Rev. Arms, ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT TESTING around below (KM unlisted). Mint state. Very rare. $ 1,200.
Estimated Value $1,200-UP.
NEW ZEALAND.
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$1,755 |
Lot 1176 |
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Elizabeth II (1952-). Aluminium Bronze Trial Dollar, 1985, 7.51g, 22mm, seven sided, struck at the Royal Australian Mi. Elizabeth II (1952-). Aluminium Bronze Trial Dollar, 1985, 7.51g, 22mm, seven sided, struck at the Royal Australian Mint. Crowned bust right. Rev. Arms, R.A.M above, TEST on either side (KM unlisted). Mint state. Very rare. $ 900.
Estimated Value $900-UP.
NEW ZEALAND.
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$1,872 |
Lot 1177 |
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Elizabeth II (1952-). Cupro-nickel Pattern Dollar, 1986, 27.47g, struck at the Royal Mint. Crowned bust right. Rev. Th. Elizabeth II (1952-). Cupro-nickel Pattern Dollar, 1986, 27.47g, struck at the Royal Mint. Crowned bust right. Rev. The reverse of the 1984 Dollar, Chatham Island black robin (KM 54 for reverse type, pattern unlisted). Prooflike mint state. Very rare. $ 1,800.
Estimated Value $1,800-UP.
NEW ZEALAND.
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Lot 1178 |
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Elizabeth II (1952-). Cupro-nickel Pattern 50-Cents, 1986, 13.54g, struck at the Royal Mint. Crowned bust right. Rev. Elizabeth II (1952-). Cupro-nickel Pattern 50-Cents, 1986, 13.54g, struck at the Royal Mint. Crowned bust right. Rev. HMS Endeavour (KM 63 for type, pattern unlisted), together with a currency piece for comparison. The Pattern with some light marks, otherwise mint state. Very rare. (2) The Pattern differs from the currency coin, having no rigging to topsails and with water ripples below ENDEAVOUR. $ 1,500.
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.
NEW ZEALAND.
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Lot 1179 |
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Elizabeth II (1952-). Bronze Pattern Cent, 1982, 2.10g, struck at the Royal Mint. Diademed bust right. Rev. Fern aroun. Elizabeth II (1952-). Bronze Pattern Cent, 1982, 2.10g, struck at the Royal Mint. Diademed bust right. Rev. Fern around 1 (KM unlisted), together with a currency piece for comparison. Some marks, lightly toned, mint state. Very rare. (2) the bust of the Queen is by James Berry $ 900.
Estimated Value $900-UP.
NEW ZEALAND.
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Lot 1180 |
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Republic. Copper 4-Centavos, 1870. Star. Rev. Value (KM 4.1). In PCGS holder graded MS63 BN. Republic. Copper 4-Centavos, 1870. Star. Rev. Value (KM 4.1). In PCGS holder graded MS63 BN. $ 100.
Estimated Value $100-UP.
NEW PARAGUAY.
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$702 |
Lot 1181 |
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Republic. Silver 8-Reales, 1855, Lima mint, MB, 24.45g. Liberty standing. Rev. Arms (KM 142.10a; El 166). Some softnes. Republic. Silver 8-Reales, 1855, Lima mint, MB, 24.45g. Liberty standing. Rev. Arms (KM 142.10a; El 166). Some softness in striking, nearly extremely fine. $ 225.
Estimated Value $225-UP.
PERU.
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$1,053 |
Lot 1182 |
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Michael Korybut (1669-1673). Gold 2-Ducats, undated, Thorn, 6.31g. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. City view under. Michael Korybut (1669-1673). Gold 2-Ducats, undated, Thorn, 6.31g. Laureate and draped bust right. Rev. City view under the Eye of Providence, arms of the city below dividing the letters HD and L (Hutten-Czapski 2397; F 66). In NGC holder certified "AU DETAILS MOUNT REMOVED REPAIRED". Very rare. $ 5,000.
Estimated Value $5,000-UP.
POLAND.
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$7,605 |
Lot 1183 |
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Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek. President Thomas François Burgers (1872-1877). Gold Pond, 1874. Fine point bearded bust lef. Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek. President Thomas François Burgers (1872-1877). Gold Pond, 1874. Fine point bearded bust left, date below. Rev. Flag-draped oval arms, banner below, eagle above (F 1; Hern B1; KM 1.2). In PCGS holder certified "XF Details, Mount Removed", good very fine, a very nice example. A rare issue. ex St James’s Auction 9, 18 June 2008, lot 860 ex St James’s Auction 16, 7 December 2010, lot 680 $ 12,500.
Estimated Value $12,500-UP.
SOUTH AFRICA.
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Lot 1184 |
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Oscar Fredrik, Duke of Östergötland (later Oscar II, 1829-1872-1907). Sulphide Cameo Portrait, 113.91g, 69mm, by Baccara. Oscar Fredrik, Duke of Östergötland (later Oscar II, 1829-1872-1907). Sulphide Cameo Portrait, 113.91g, 69mm, by Baccarat, c.1850s. Uniformed bust to right, set in circular clear pressed glass plaque, radiating lines from centre, star border. Gilt metal suspension clasp and ring. Choice and much as made. Very rare. Oscar Fredrik was a naval officer having been commissioned a junior Lieutenant in July 1845, after entering the navy at the age of eleven. The portrait was possibly made in 1857 to celebrate his marriage to Princess Sophia Wilhelmina, youngest daughter of Duke William of Nassau. $ 2,000.
Estimated Value $2,000-UP.
SWEDEN AND NORWAY.
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Lot 1185 |
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Switzerland: Basel. 2 Taler, ND. Dav-1740; Dav & Son-586; KM-72; Divo-85. City arms surrouned by eight shields. Reverse; Double eagle in border. Toned. NGC graded In jumbo holder, AU-55.
Estimated Value $3,500-UP.
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Lot 1186 |
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Bern. Silver Prize Medal (Sechzehnerpfennig), undated (c.1742), 88.72g, 57.5mm, by Jean Dassier. Bear standing on milita. Bern. Silver Prize Medal (Sechzehnerpfennig), undated (c.1742), 88.72g, 57.5mm, by Jean Dassier. Bear standing on military trophies, holds shield and Liberty Cap atop sword. Rev. Felicty stands by plinth, with fasces, sword and sceptre, stork and owl to either side (Eisler S 102, 15; Leu 631). Extremely fine. $ 300.
Estimated Value $300-UP.
SWITZERLAND.
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$410 |
Lot 1187 |
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Zürich. Silver Thaler of 40-Batzen, 1813, 29.33g. Wreath-topped shield of arms. Rev. Legend and date within wreath (Dav. Zürich. Silver Thaler of 40-Batzen, 1813, 29.33g. Wreath-topped shield of arms. Rev. Legend and date within wreath (Dav 366; Divo 33; HMZ 1172). Good extremely fine with attractive blue/green tone. $ 350.
Estimated Value $350-UP.
SWITZERLAND.
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$374 |
Lot 1188 |
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Rhode Island. Bronze Ship Token or Medal, 1778-1779, 8.07g, 32mm, unsigned (perhaps of Dutch origin). Map of Aquidneck. Rhode Island. Bronze Ship Token or Medal, 1778-1779, 8.07g, 32mm, unsigned (perhaps of Dutch origin). Map of Aquidneck, Rhode Island, depicting American forces retreating from three British ships. Rev. Admiral Howe’s flagship right, wreath below (Betts 563; Breen 1139; Eimer 783; KM Tn27a). Good very fine. Rare. $ 1,200.
Estimated Value $1,200-UP.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
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$5,616 |
Lot 1189 |
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American Colinial Interest, Germany. The Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle (Aachen, Westphalia). Copper Medal, 1748, 32.47g, 44.5. American Colinial Interest, Germany. The Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle (Aachen, Westphalia). Copper Medal, 1748, 32.47g, 44.5mm, unsigned. Personification of the City stands by obelisk, PACATI GLORIA MVNDI. Rev. Circle of eight laureate shields, NON SINE NVMINE DIVM (MI 648/348; Menadier 40; vL 278; Julius 2198; Ford -). Choice extremely fine with full mint redness. $ 400.
Estimated Value $400-UP.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
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$2,282 |
Lot 1190 |
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American Colinial Interest, Germany. The Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle (Aachen, Westphalia). Copper Medal, 1748, 31.42g, 44.5. American Colinial Interest, Germany. The Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle (Aachen, Westphalia). Copper Medal, 1748, 31.42g, 44.5mm, unsigned. Peace stands by altar before the temple of Janus, war scene to right, peaceful landscape to left, BONA IAM PERACTIS IVNGITE FATA. HOR. Rev. River God of the Rhine passes wreath to that of the Po, ET MIHI ET TIBI (Menadier 42; Pax 565; MI -; Ford -). Choice extremely fine with full mint redness. $ 600.
Estimated Value $600-UP.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
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$2,340 |
Lot 1191 |
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American Colinial Interest, France. Louis XV (1715-1774). The Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle (Aachen, Westphalia). Bronze Meda. American Colinial Interest, France. Louis XV (1715-1774). The Peace of Aix-La-Chapelle (Aachen, Westphalia). Bronze Medal, 1748, 29.39g, 41.5mm, by F Marteau and J Roettiers. Bust right, hair tied with riband. Rev. Peace seated under canopy with trophies and emblems around her, SALUS GENERIS HUMANI (MI 649/350; Menadier 27; Divo 143; Pax 574; Ford XIV, 12). Extremely fine. $ 400.
Estimated Value $400-UP.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
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$1,872 |
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