Lot 812
Russia (under Poland). Nicholas I, 1796-1855. 10 Zlotych or 1 ½ Rubles, 1833-NG (St. Petersburg). Bitkin-1048; Dav-284; Sev-3029; Cr-134. Crowned double-headed eagle holding sceptre and orb, with a shield having St George & the Dragon motif surrounded by a St Andrew Collar on its breast; provincial coats-of-arms set on the wings. Reverse: Value and date within wreath comprised of laurel and oak leaves. This is quite simply a spectacular specimen, fully struck with perfect surfaces and lovely old iridescent toning, exhibiting a full range of peacock coloring. This Superb Gem Proof is without doubt among the finest known of the type and may well be the finest in existence. NGC graded Proof 67.
These large 10 Zlotys, intended for use in Poland, were first struck at St Petersburg in 1833, continuing uninterrupted until 1841. Their counterparts of similar design, struck at Warsaw, began two years later in 1835 and were also struck each year until 1841, providing a 7-year series for the Polish minted coins versus a 9-year series for the Russian version.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 15,000.
Ex Dr. Robert D. Hesselgesser Collection (5/30 - 6/1/05), lot 1981; ex Virgil Brand Collection.
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