Lot 862
Switzerland -- Solothurn. Gold Duplone, 1798. Fr-391; KM-60; HMZ-862; SMK-101d. 7.59 grams. Crowned and garlanded arms. Reverse: St Ursus, patron of the city, stands frontal, in armor, holding spear with banner. Devices lustrous, on mirror fields -- some modest hairlines, mostly cabinet friction, evident in the reverse field. Light reddish toning in the recesses. Rare error, in that the Saint's nimbus was omitted. NGC graded MS-62 Prooflike.
Solothurn is also known as St Ursen.The name recalls the legend of the two Roman legionnaires, Urs and Victor, who were beheaded in Solothurn because of their Christian beliefs. In honour of their martyrdom and the associated miracles, both were declared city saints. St Ursen Cathedral dominates the city skyline and is its emblem.
Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,500.
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| Realized $1,840 |
