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This specimen was lot 1002 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,840. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ALBANIA. 20 Franga Ari, 1927-V. Vienna Mint. Zog I. PCGS MS-65. Fr-6; KM-12. Mintage: 5,053. Struck to commemorate Prince George Kastrioti 'Skanderbeg,' this blazing Gem offers attractive mint brilliance and a satiny appearance. An overall appealing radiance exists to the luster, with the cartwheeling being unbroken by contact."

This specimen was lot 1004 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $5,040. The catalog description^[1] noted, "AUSTRALIA. 1/2 Sovereign, 1862-SYDNEY. Sydney Mint. Victoria. PCGS MS-61. Fr-10a; KM-3. Tied for second finest certified with one other example of the PCGS population report, only three finer (all MS 62). This nicely preserved survivor boasts a strong strike with bold well defined devices exhibiting signs of handling consistent for the grade. The surfaces display lovely mottled iridescent patina offering much originality and is pleasing to the eye. A tough date to locate in this high state of preservation that is sure to catch the attention of many gold specialists."

This specimen was lot 1016 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,440. The catalog description^[1] noted, "AUSTRIA. 2 Florins, 1875. Vienna Mint. Franz Joseph I. PCGS PROOF-65. KM-2233. A very beautiful proof issue that is also VERY RARE, this full Gem presents glistening, mirrored fields along with a subtle tone and some charming frosting to the devices."

This specimen was lot 1023 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,920. The catalog description^[1] noted, "AUSTRIAN NETHERLANDS. Brabant. Kronentaler, 1764. Brussels Mint. Maria Theresia. NGC MS-63. Dav-1282; KM-21. Lustrous in the fields with vibrant orange-copper tone sprinkled over both sides. Although a common attribute, remnant planchet adjustment lines through the reverse fields are worthy of notation. As the single finest certified at NGC, a coin that that should resonate loudly with the collector of world crowns."

This specimen was lot 1040 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,040. The catalog description^[1] noted, "CANADA. New Brunswick. 5 Cents, 1864. London Mint. Victoria. PCGS MS-62. KM-7. "Large 6" variety. A beautiful example of a popular provincial type, this piece offers well endowed details and deep tone. Seldom seen in as nice condition as this example, only two pieces have been graded better by PCGS."

This specimen was lot 1041 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,920. The catalog description^[1] noted, "CANADA. New Brunswick. Cent, 1861. London Mint. Victoria. PCGS SPECIMEN-64 Red Brown. KM-6. A pleasing Specimen strike with frosty obverse devices, and obverse fields that exhibit rich sunset hues with an underlying flash. The reverse is a mostly a mottled dark brown tone."

This specimen was lot 1043 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "CANADA. Nova Scotia. 1/2 Penny, 1856. Victoria. PCGS PROOF-63 Brown. KM-5a; NS-5A1; Br-876. With LCW. A beautiful proof example of the popular token issue from Nova Scotia. Still displays a bit of original mint red in protected areas, and displays a somewhat muted brilliance, though when held to the light it has a bit of a rainbow effect. Great details can been seen on both sides as would be expected."

This specimen was lot 1056 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,080. The catalog description^[1] noted, "CZECHOSLOVAKIA. Ducat, 1931. Kremnica Mint. PCGS MS-66. Fr-2; KM-8. An absolute marvel, this example has very few marks and a showy luster that is very attractive. Unsurpassed in grade at PCGS, it is sure to drive much interest in its supreme condition."

This specimen was lot 1058 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,240. The catalog description^[1] noted, "CZECHOSLOVAKIA. Dukat, 1932. Kremnica Mint. PCGS MS-63. Fr-2; KM-8. A brightly lustrous coin with light yellow golden color and a few light bagmarks."

This specimen was lot 1065 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,020. The catalog description^[1] noted, "DENMARK. Speciedaler, 1844-FF. Altona Mint. Christian VIII. PCGS MS-62. Dav-74; KM-720.2. Attractive and cartwheeling luster is coated in multicolored iridescent tone that provides a decidedly high end and unique appearance. Worthy of a premium bid, this beautiful Speciedaler offers the chance at a harder to find world crown in near-choice condition."

This specimen was lot 1070 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it did not sell. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FINLAND. Markka, 1864-S. Helsinki Mint. Alexander II. PCGS MS-63 Prooflike. KM-3.1; Bit-624. Mintage: 75,000. Struck under Russian authority, this KEY DATE also represents the first date of the type. The finest recorded by either PCGS or NGC, and also the finest seen in a search of archived auction results that dates back 20 years, it showcases strong reflective surfaces with only faint traces of tone. For the Finnish specialist, or the Russian collector concentrating on Russian-influenced issues, an important opportunity that is sure to be unrivaled for years to come."

This specimen was lot 1081 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,440. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1694-N. Montpellier Mint. Louis XIV. NGC AU-58. Fr-433; KM-302.14; Gad-252. Wholesome quality, this Louis d'Or displays bright toned surfaces with very few marks and only the slightly highpoint friction over the designs. The undercoin, often prominently visible on these issue, has been mostly struck out on this piece, making it all-the-more collectible."

This specimen was lot 1082 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1712-X. Amiens Mint. Louis XIV. NGC EF-40. Fr-444; KM-390.21; Gad-256 (R3). Well struck and free from planchet defects with eye-catching copper-gold toning accents around the designs on both sides. A SCARCER mint for the date, which should attract the specialist collector."

This specimen was lot 1087 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $960. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. 1/2 Ecu, 1653-C. Saint-Lo Mint. Louis XIV. NGC MS-64. KM-164.4; Gad-169. Elite quality, showing satiny smooth fields with an overlay of exhilarating blue, green, yellow, orange, and red tone that highlights the surfaces. While a few planchet adjustments remain visible in the reverse shield, their presence does little to detract from this near-Gem's magnificence. Unsurprisingly, the single finest example certified by NGC, with few equivalents extant for no matter the mint."

This specimen was lot 1090 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,920. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1723-M. Toulouse Mint. Louis XV. NGC Unc Details--Salt Water Damage. Fr-459; KM-468.10; Gad-338. An attractive example with uncirculated details, this piece features strong details. The surfaces have some saltwater damage from the time this coin spent underwater. Holdered with certified provenance from the wreck of Le Chameau, a French naval ship that sank off the coast of Nova Scotia in 1725."

This specimen was lot 1091 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,880. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1723-W. Lille Mint. Louis XV. NGC MS-62. Fr-459; KM-468.18; Gad-338. Boldly struck and with original dark golden surfaces, the current example comes from an original recorded mintage of 59,000 pieces, and is the sole finest graded by NGC."

This specimen was lot 1092 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,040. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1723-&. Aix Mint. Louis XV. NGC Unc Details--Salt Water Damage. Fr-459; KM-468.21; Gad-338. A boldly struck gold issue, this example presents a lovely specimen that is free from any wear. Some saltwater corrosion from this piece's time underwater has left its mark on the surfaces. Holdered with certified provenance from the wreck of Le Chameau, a French naval ship that sank off the coast of Nova Scotia in 1725."

This specimen was lot 1093 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,600. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Louis d'Or, 1735-E. Tours Mint. Louis XV. NGC MS-64. Fr-461; KM-489.7; Gad-340. Lustrous and entirely free of handling with a number of remnant planchet adjustments through Louis XV's portrait and prevent an even loftier grade."

This specimen was lot 1108 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,320. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Silver 5 Francs Essai (Pattern), 1831. Henry V (as King in Pretense). NGC PROOF-64. KMX-35; Maz-905; VG-2690. This fantastic looking example offers a pleasing appearance with flashy reflective surfaces and frosted devices. The beautiful, mottled patina is vivid mostly radiating from the edges and devices while the exposed areas are a soft gray with complete frosty design features. This pleasing near-Gem survivor offers great eye appeal worthy of an advance quality oriented collection.

The disputed King of France for a week in early August 1830, Henry V, Comte de Chambord (1820-83), was never proclaimed king, was the Legitimist (as opposed to Orleanist or Bonapartist) pretender to the throne of France. The crown ultimately fell to a rival claimant, from the House of Orleans, Louis Philippe. Numerous patterns or fantasies exist with his bust, all struck outside of France. This one was struck in silver (shown here), bronze (Maz-905c) and piéfort (double weight, Maz-905a)."

This specimen was lot 1117 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it did not sell. The catalog description^[1] noted, "FRANCE. Silver 5 Francs Essai (Pattern), 1871. Brussels Mint. Henry V (as King in Pretense). PCGS SPECIMEN-63. Maz-926; VG-2731. Highly original, this fantasy issue in silver exhibits swaths of variegated tone that sit atop highly reflective fields on both sides. For the collector of crowns, this piece absolutely represents an exotic type that is sure to impart great depth to the next collection it enters. Struck to recognize Henry of Artois, the Count of Chambord, as the French monarch. The last legitimate descendant in the male line of Louis XV of France (his great-great-grandfather), he was viewed by those who adhered to the traditional dynastic succession of descendants as their pretender from 1844-1883."

This specimen was lot 1126 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,560. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMAN EAST AFRICA. 2 Rupien, 1894. Berlin Mint. Wilhelm II. NGC MS-62. KM-5; J-714. This SCARCE and popular type offers attractive white surfaces and good luster, and presents an overall level of quality that is hardly ever encountered for the issue."

This specimen was lot 1136 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,280. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMANY. Brunswick-Luneburg-Celle. Taler, 1659-LW. Christian Ludwig. PCGS MS-62. Dav-6521; KM-211. Of outstanding quality, this broad Taler features lovely original brown tone over the surfaces and designs that are evenly struck and impressively complete. The finest we've seen for the type."

This specimen was lot 1145 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $6,600. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMANY. Lubeck. Ducat, 1797-HDF. PCGS MS-62 Prooflike. Fr-1500; KM-198. Mintage: 1,490. Strong reflectivity in the fields imparts blinding radiance on this late 18th century Ducat issue. Considering the overall appearance, it would be near impossible to find another example as noteworthy as this."

This specimen was lot 1154 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $6,600. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMANY. Pomerania-Wolgast. Swedish Occupation. 2 Talers, 1633. Gustav II Adolf. NGC AU-50. Dav-LS274 (under Erfurt); KM-M4; Ahlström-12. Weight: 57.38 gms. This large size issue was struck at the death of Gustav II (The Great), as commemorative pieces were given as gifts to dignitaries along the route of the funeral procession. The German state of Wolgast was occupied by Sweden during the Thirty Years' War and remained a dominion of Sweden until 1815. This generous sized issue is well struck and bears an exceptionally stunning design featuring the deceased ruler on the battlefield being carried off to heaven. Deep cabinet toning covers the surfaces that bear only light evidence of rub on the higher elements of the design. Likely to have been treasured since its issuance, this piece rises far beyond the normal issue in design and beauty."

This specimen was lot 1155 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $19,200. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMANY. Prussia. Ducat, 1713-L CS. Berlin Mint. Friedrich III. PCGS MS-61. Fr-2312; KM-114. L refers to the die cutter Christian Fredrich Luders. A very difficult gold issue to acquire, this piece was produced on the death of Fredrich III the first Prussian king and the reverse design gives the date of his burial. This piece is very attractive with a honey golden color, and shows no signs of wear, though there are some hairlines consistent for the grade. A piece that infrequently comes to market, the last available record of a sale was in 2015, making this piece a RARE and desirable numismatic issue."

This specimen was lot 1161 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,080. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMANY. Saxony. 2 Taler Klippe, 1615 (in chronogram). Johann Georg I. NGC AU-58. Dav-7586; KM-84. This Double Taler was issued to celebrate the baptism of August, the son of Johann Georg. Beautifully impressed details on the darkly toned and lightly handled lozenge-shaped planchet make this example excessively beautiful. Always a popular type, this piece is sure to impress many potential bidders."

This specimen was lot 1166 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,440. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GERMANY. Saxony. 2 Mark, 1895-E. Muldenhutten Mint. Albert. PCGS MS-64 Prooflike. KM-185; J-124. A wonderful near-Gem, this example is delicately engaged by golden tone on the mirrorlike fields that make this piece deserving of the prooflike status conferred by PCGS. Worthy of a top bid from those who want an exceptionally fine example."

This specimen was lot 1234 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $6,000. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. Groat, ND (1483). London Mint; mm: halved sun & rose. Edward IV or Edward V. PCGS EF-45. S-2146; N-1631 (Edward IV). Obverse: Crowned facing bust within tressure of arches with trefoils at cusps; pellet below, V for W, unbarred A's; Reverse: Long cross pattee; trefoils in quarters. An EXTREMELY RARE and desirable type, this issue emanates from the final two months of the reign of Edward IV or the subsequently brief reign of Edward V (the Prince in the Tower), lasting little over two months. Deeply toned and quite well preserved, and a keystone type for any representative collection of the British sovereigns. Edward V son of Edward IV, he acquired the crown at age 12 at his fathers unexpected death. Richard III was entrusted to be the protector of his son, during Edward’s minority. Rumors flew that Edward V was an illegitimate child by virtue that his father’s marriage was not valid, and Edward was forced off the throne. His reign lasting only slightly longer than two months, his fate remains unknown. He was last known to have been imprisoned in the Tower of London and he progressively faded from public view over the course of the summer of 1483. From the Paul C. Runze Collection (includes old Spink stock ticket)."

This specimen was lot 1235 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $7,200. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. Groat, ND (1483). London Mint; mm: halved sun & rose. Richard III. PCGS AU-58. S-2154; N-1679. Obverse: Crowned facing bust within tressure of arches with trefoils at cusps; RICΛRD; Reverse: Long cross pattee; trefoils in quarters. Without doubt, one of the most attractive and alluring examples of the type that one can hope to encounter, this barely handled survivor presents elegant cabinet toning and a good deal of brilliance emanating from the protected areas. All details and devices are bold and well struck, and this breathtaking specimen will assuredly generate tremendous enthusiasm and spirited bidding. Though his name has been overshadowed by the Shakespearian play about him, Richard III plays an important role as the last English monarch of the House of York. The son of Richard Duke of York, his father was a claimant to the throne held by Henry VI. This group, known as the House of York, vied in open civil war against loyalists to Henry VI known as Lancastrians. Despite the conflict, Richard ascended the throne from Edward V based on a rumor perpetuated that Edward V was an illegitimate child of Edward IV. Parliament confirmed his ascension and Edward, his own nephew, disappeared shortly thereafter. If Richard had a hand in this is still unknown, but the possibility has been speculated since at least the time of Shakespeare. Never fully in control of his realm, Richard rode to face Henry VII in the Battle of Bosworth field. Despite his army having superior numbers, his forces were routed, and Richard III died in battle, according to his adversary, gallantly. The death of Richard III signaled the end of the house of York, and the beginning of the House of Tudor under Henry VII. From the Paul C. Runze Collection (purchased from Davisson's)."

This specimen was lot 1236 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,600. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. Groat, ND (1484-85). London Mint; mm: halved sun & rose. Richard III. PCGS EF-45. S-2158; N-1680. Obverse: Crowned facing bust within tressure of arches with trefoils at cusps; pellet below bust, RICΛRD; Reverse: Long cross pattee; trefoils in quarters. Handsomely toned and exhibiting very slight clipping, this RARE issue emanates from the final two years of the rather brief reign of Richard III, whose defeat at the Battle of Bosworth Field ended the War of the Roses and served as the traditional close of the middle ages on the British Isles. From the Paul C. Runze Collection (purchased from Davisson's)."

This specimen was lot 1241 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $13,200. The catalog description^[1] noted, "Rarely Available Edward VI Half Sovereign. GREAT BRITAIN. 1/2 Sovereign, ND (1551-53). London Mint; mm: tun. Edward VI. PCGS EF-45. S-2451; Fr-187; N-1928. Third period, crown gold issue. Obverse: Crowned and armored half-length bust right, holding sword and orb; Reverse: Coat-of-arms; crown above; E-R across field. Quite elegant and pleasing for the type, presenting only honest wear and a well centered strike on a flan without problems. Undoubtedly worthy of a strong bid from the advanced collector of medieval gold. Henry VIII’s only surviving legitimate son, he was forced to succeed the throne as a boy of 9. Edward’s uncle Edward Seymour ruled in the name of his nephew and several military conquests took place during his rule. The English Reformation continued under Edward VI with Edward being raised Protestant. Edward’s short reign ended at the age of 15 when he died of illness, meaning he was a king though never an adult. At the end of his life, fearful that his Catholic half-sister Mary would wear the crown, he dictated that his first cousin Lady Jane Grey would rule after him as a well-educated Protestant ruler. Despite this, only 9 days after his death, Mary deposed Lady Jane Grey and she was never coronated. Edward’s worst fears of a Catholic monarch were realized in the short but brutal reign of Mary. From the Paul C. Runze Collection (purchased from Davisson's)."

This specimen was lot 1242 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,600. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. Shilling, 1549. Canterbury Mint; mm: t. Edward VI. PCGS EF-45. S-2468; N-1921. Second period, second (base silver) issue under William Tillsworth. Obverse: Crowned and mantled bust right; Reverse: Garnished coat-of-arms; E-R across field. This very attractive Shilling of Edward is lightly circulated and has a bit of luster remaining, while the strike is strongly above average for the type. From the Paul C. Runze Collection. Ex: Davisson's 37 (2/2018) Lot # 148 @ $2,600 hammer. Ex: Dix Noonan Webb (6/2003) Lot # 427 @ £850 hammer."

This specimen was lot 1254 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $9,000. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. Laurel (20 Shillings), ND (1624). London Mint; mm: trefoil. James I. PCGS AU-55. S-2638B; Fr-242; KM-75; N-2114. Obverse: Laureate, draped, and armored bust left; XX (mark of value) to right; Reverse: Coat-of-arms over long cross fourchee; crown above. This exceptional Laurel has beautiful gold luster that shimmers and sheens. Very well struck, far beyond the common hammered strike, with exquisite detail in the portraiture and strong and bold legends. A fine piece for the discerning collector. From the Paul C. Runze Collection."

This specimen was lot 1258 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. Crown, 1645. Exeter Mint. Charles I. NGC EF-40. S-3062; KM-334. Crudely produced as it commonplace, however completely original, with deep brown tone atop the damage-free surfaces. Pleasing rendering of the date and legends that are near complete should entice the collector seeking an example of this Civil War era coinage."

This specimen was lot 1259 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $10,200. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. 1/2 Crown, ND (1643-44). York Mint; mm: lion passant. Charles I. PCGS AU-58. S-2868; KM-312; N-2314. Type VI. Weight: 14.88 g. Obverse: Charles, holding sword and reins, riding horse left; EBOR below; Reverse: Garnished coat-of-arms; crown above; crowned C-R across field. A brilliant eye pleaser, this example is tied with one other for the distinction of being the finest known example ever certified by PCGS. With strong underlying luster and golden yellow sheens, this piece from the English Civil War has sharp and vivid details and only the faintest hint of wear. The absolute premier example for the cabinet of the British hammered collector. From the Paul C. Runze Collection."

This specimen was lot 1266 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $22,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN. 5 Guineas Year TRICESIMO SECUNDCO, 1680/79. London Mint. Charles II. NGC EF-45. Fr-281; S-3331; KM-444.1. Perhaps a bit conservatively graded, the fields retain lustrous flashiness with the addition of beautiful reddish toning accents that compliment the appearance on both sides. While faint (and not recorded on the NGC insert), we note the appearance of an overdate, with the remnants of the '7' visible beneath the '8' in the date. As is always the case with 5 Guinea issues that are without major problems, a coin for which there is a far greater number of interested buyers than there are examples available."

This specimen was lot 1273 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $22,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "A Wholesome 5 Guinea from Co-Regents William & Mary. GREAT BRITAIN. 5 Guineas, 1692 Year QVARTO. London Mint. William III & Mary II. NGC EF-45. Fr-299; KM-479.1; S-3422. An endlessly sought type due to its immense size, this example saw modest circulation, but has escaped many of the perils often associated. No evidence of cleaning is seen, and marks, while present as one might expect of a circulated gold coin, are evenly placed with no instance commanding attention. What's more, charming tone that ranges from orange to red appears over both sides and serves to warm the appearance, while building up its character. Altogether, a wonderful example; sure to bring great pleasure to the owner of the next collection it enters."

This specimen was lot 1359 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $12,000. The catalog description^[1] noted, "INDIA. Awadh. Ashrafi, AH 1234 Year 5. Muhammadabad Banaras Mint. Ghazi ud-Din Haidar. NGC MS-65. Fr-1009; KM-170.1. Entirely as-struck, this amazing Gem displays well-executed detail in the designs and scintillating unblemished luster in the fields. A miracle coin, this is unsurprisingly the single finest graded of the issue at NGC."

This specimen was lot 1361 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $7,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "INDIA. Travancore. Pagoda, 1877. Rama Varma IV. NGC MS-64. Fr-1402; KM-26. Very sharply detailed over the designs with thick orange-gold tone giving this piece the appearance of outstanding originality. As a type, RARE in this near-Gem quality, with only two examples graded at this level by NGC and PCGS combined, and only two finer. From the Barquera Collection."

This specimen was lot 1363 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,320. The catalog description^[1] noted, "INDIA. British East India Company. Bombay Presidency. Surat Type Mohur, Privy Mark 3, Reginal Year 46 (1802). Bombay Mint. In the Name of Shah Alam II. NGC AU Details--Damaged. Fr-1558a; cf.KM-242; cf. Prid-260 (Panchia); Stevens-3.2. Frozen reginal year date. 1802 Upside down on panel and leopard head on the reverse. This type is breathtakingly RARE, as evidenced by its omission from Pridmore's catalog. Pridmore lists the specific privy mark as number 3 and being introduced in 1802 to denote the standardization of gold fineness in the Bombay Presidency. Pridmore, no. 260, was only able to confirm one example on a Panchia (1/3 Mohur) and left further research to others. This example, along with the few others that have come to public auction, were likely struck with the same dies as the Panchia. The type was evidently produced in excessively limited number and many have acted as a transition piece. Research indicates that only two known examples have reached public auction before, once in 2015 and another in 2008. The piece offered here gives strong details and a beautiful honey golden color. As NGC notes, there is damage on the piece, the upper portion of the flan shows an unnatural pattern of wear. Despite this flaw, it is sure to drive much attention with its rarity and unique historical position. Sure to be a highlight of all the Indian coinage offered at the New York International Numismatic Convention."

This specimen was lot 1378 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,840. The catalog description^[1] noted, "IRAQ. 20 Fils, AH 1372/1953. London Mint. Faisal II. PCGS PROOF-66. KM-113. Mintage: 200. This entrancing silver proof gives mirrored fields and a slightly speckled tone over the reflective surfaces. Sure to be hotly contested when this piece crosses the auction block, as the proof emission was quite RARE."

This specimen was lot 1381 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,320. The catalog description^[1] noted, "IRAQ. 2 Fils, AH 1372/1953. London Mint. Faisal II. PCGS PROOF-64 Red Brown. KM-110. Mintage: 200. This RARE proof issue displays a beautiful strike and a good deal of olive-red hues to blend attractively with the brown."

This specimen was lot 1387 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,040. The catalog description^[1] noted, "IRELAND. Shilling, 1561. Dublin Mint; mm: Harp. Elizabeth I. PCGS EF-45. S-6505. Remarkably choice for the issue, this piece exhibits a bold strike (and a tremendous portrait of Elizabeth I!) on a round flan of good quality with no marks of noteworthiness over the surfaces. A thin ring of blue tone at the edges adds additional character to this example that is only surpassed by a singe AU-50 in the PCGS population report."

This specimen was lot 1388 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,080. The catalog description^[1] noted, "IRELAND. Shilling, ND (1601-02). Dublin Mint; mm: Trefoil. Elizabeth I. NGC MS-60. S-6507; KM-9.3. Obverse: Crowned harp; Reverse: Shield of arms. Virtually as struck with bright luster, however crudely produced as is often the case, with some strike doubling, localized softness and irregular edges of note. Even so, RARE and truly a marvel in this condition."

This specimen was lot 1397 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it did not sell. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Florence. Florin, ND (1342). NGC AU-58. cf. Fr-276; MIR-9/30; CNI-266/7. Weight: 3.51 g. Marked 'S' for Filippo di Lippo Angiolieri as Mintmaster. Obverse: St. John the Baptist stands facing, holding cruciform scepter; Reverse: Ornate lily. Evenly struck with uniform color and just a hint of handling that determines the grade. A RARE, early variety of this classic gold type." reverse is upside down.

This specimen was lot 1398 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,680. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Florence. Scudo d'Oro, ND (1536-74). Cosimo I. PCGS AU-58. Fr-286. Weight: 3.39 g. This very well struck example presents full legends and only light wear on the honey golden surfaces. An example that is sure to satisfy collectors of hammered gold."

This specimen was lot 1402 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,560. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Milan. 20 Soldi, ND (1556-58). Philip II of Spain. PCGS MS-62. MIR-320/2. Delightfully preserved with purple-gray tone in the centers and copper-golden highlights around the legends. The surfaces remains nearly as-made, with minor planchet voids being the primary contributor to the grade."

This specimen was lot 1403 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,640. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Milan. Sovrano, 1793-M. Franz II. NGC AU-55. Fr-741a; KM-242; N&V-484. A well struck example with very few marks for the grade and glowing orange-gold tone that imparts a wonderful appearance throughout."

This specimen was lot 1404 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $4,560. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Modena. Scudo d'Oro, ND (1505-34). Alfonso I D'Este. PCGS Genuine--Repaired, AU Details. Fr-760. Weight: 3.30 g. An early example of Italian gold, this piece from Modena has beautiful honey gold tone and only light wear on the surfaces. As PCGS notes, there has been a repair that is evident at 10 o'clock. This piece would be a nice addition for lovers of world gold that are constrained by budget."

This specimen was lot 1408 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $7,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Naples & Sicily. 6 Ducati, 1768-R BP CC. Rome Mint. Ferdinand IV. NGC MS-64. Fr-849; KM-174. This very alluring near-Gem example is the sole finest example ever certified by PCGS or NGC. A somewhat reflective nature exists to the fields and this example is unaffected by adjustment marks or any major nicks, with just a few scattered marks consistent with the grade. A coin that is sure to please the collector of European gold who seeks nothing short of the best representative example."

This specimen was lot 1411 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,920. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Papal States. Scudo, AN III (1826)-R. Rome Mint. Leo XII. PCGS MS-63. KM-1297.2. This beautiful Scudo displays deep, steely gray toning and strong details. No distracting friction is present, while the surfaces offer a great deal of shimmering, underlying brilliance. Ex: Joseph A. Byers Collection of Papal Coins (Classical Numismatic Group 36 - 12/1995) Lot # 1325."

This specimen was lot 1417 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $18,000. The catalog description^[1] noted, "Fantastic 4 Scudi d'Oro of Carlo Emanuele II. ITALY. Savoy. 4 Scudi d'Oro, 1640. Torino Mint. Carlo Emanuele II. PCGS MS-64. Fr-1071; KM-172.1. Obverse: CHR FRAN CAR EMAN DVCES SAB, jugate draped busts of Carlo and Cristina, his mother and regent, right: Reverse: P P PEDEMON REGES CYPRI, crowned and garnished coat-of-arms. This beautiful near-Gem example gives good luster and is free of any major contacts. A golden hue is sometimes interrupted by licks of orange tone. A touch of a soft strike, but existing nonetheless in a state of preservation that has been unmatched by any other PCGS example. Seldom encountered in this elite condition, this gorgeous representative is destined for an fine cabinet of the connoisseur."

This specimen was lot 1419 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,840. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Tuscany. Piastre, 1677. Cosimo III de' Medici. PCGS AU-58. Dav-4209 = KM; MIR-326/4. An immensely charming example of this classic crown that depicts St. John baptizing Christ. Far better than most seen, the surfaces reflect only slight circulation with classic cabinet tone that has imparted a rich gray base of color with strong saturations of antiqued gold, blue, and green hue visible when the coin is turned against the light. For the collector that prizes originality, this piece absolutely qualifies as a "must see"!"

This specimen was lot 1424 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,400. The catalog description^[1] noted, "ITALY. Venice. Ducatone, ND (1767)-DG. Alvise Mocenigo IV. NGC MS-61. KM-664; Dav-1559; Paolucci-23. Sharply detailed with a base of rich olive-brown tone over both sides that contains instances of attractive multicolored iridescence. RARE as a type and especially so in this certified Mint State quality."

This specimen was lot 1430 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,800. The catalog description^[1] noted, "JAPAN. Tajima. Nan Ryo, ND (1750). PCGS EF-45. KM-65; JNDA-09-75. An attractive gray-toned piece with slightly lighter color on the highpoints. A RARE provincial type. Tajima Province was located in what is today a northern area of Hyōgo Prefecture. The region is perhaps best known to outsiders as the birthplace of Kobe beef."

This specimen was lot 1437 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,520. The catalog description^[1] noted, "JAPAN. 10 Sen, Year 35 (1902). Osaka Mint. Mutsuhito (Meiji). NGC MS-66. KM-Y-23; JNDA-01-24. This KEY DATE example is finest example certified by NGC, and tied with three PCGS examples for the finest certified at PCGS. Ringed by rainbow tone, this Gem maintains the perfect balance between vibrant hues of tone and striking silver luster, yielding a masterwork. The artistry of the strike is fully displayed with the most limited breaks in gloss on the reverse, with a nearly perfect obverse. This beauty is a must have for those who desire the lovely and the high grade."

This specimen was lot 1447 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,120. The catalog description^[1] noted, "LUXEMBOURG. Silver 5 Francs Essai (Pattern), 1889. Brussels Mint. William III. NGC PROOF-60. KM-E20. Mintage: 50. Quite RARE, this coin displays extreme brilliance with a touch of golden tone that clings to the raised surfaces. Moderate handling in the form of hairlines, most visibly present around the denomination, determine the grade. Struck the year prior to the death of William III, with Luxembourg passing to the German State of the House of Nassau-Weilburg as a result, with this coin type being the last for Luxembourg prior to the 20th century."

This specimen was lot 1448 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,280. The catalog description^[1] noted, "MALTA. Order of Malta. XV (15) Tari, 1759. Valletta Mint. Emmanuel Pinto. PCGS AU-58. KM-252. A fully handsome example from the Order of Malta, this piece from an unusual issuer flashes with a luster and a hint of red tone. Only a faint hint of wear exists on John the Baptist, making this a superb example for the 'one from every country crowd'."

This specimen was lot 1454 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $3,120. The catalog description^[1] noted, "MOZAMBIQUE. 2-1/2 Maticais, ND (1851). Maria II. NGC AU-50. Fr-6; KM-34; Gomes-14.01. Weight: 13.51 g. A well struck rectangular ingot with deeply punched obverse star and clearly visible denomination on the reverse. Some adjustment marks also noted on the reverse. The surfaces are a dark, somewhat pale gold color."

This specimen was lot 1460 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $2,400. The catalog description^[1] noted, "NETHERLANDS. Holland. 2 Ducats, 1760. NGC AU-58. Fr-248; KM-47.2. Weight: 6.90 g. Entirely pleasing for the grade with bold designs, no major marks that command attention, and attractive orange-gold tone."

This specimen was lot 1463 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $6,300. The catalog description^[1] noted, "NETHERLANDS. Holland. Ducaton, 1756. PCGS MS-63. Dav-1827; KM-90.3; Delm-1014. Flowered edge variety. An impressive survivor of the Silver Rider type, this example exhibits exquisite sharpness through the central designs with unblemished satiny luster in the fields. Faint blue, yellow, and green tone surrounds many of the raised surfaces, imparting an element of dynamic character. One of only three dates listed with the flowered edge in The Standard Catalog of World Coins, this being the single finest of any date graded by either PCGS or NGC."

This specimen was lot 1466 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $1,560. The catalog description^[1] noted, "NETHERLANDS. Utrecht. 2 Ducats, 1657. NGC AU-55. Fr-282; KM-42.1. This decently preserved example exhibits a good strike on a somewhat wavy planchet with signs of handling consistent for the grade displaying a pale golden coloration." actually 1653.

This specimen was lot 1475 in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it did not sell. The catalog description^[1] noted, "NORWAY. Speciedaler, 1641. Christiania Mint. Christian IV. NGC MS-64. Dav-3534; KM-12; Sieg-16.1; H-5A. An exceptional specimen, this near-Gem offers fully white surfaces across vividly struck devices and legends. Full strikes from this period are uncommon, and this example has one of the nicest reverses of any example seen. Some evidence of roughness of planchet is seen in the fields, but even so these flaws are so inconsequential that they should hardly be worthy of mention. This example is the finest graded Speciedaler for the type on either NGC or PCGS population reports, and is worthy of a premium bid from the most advanced of European crown collectors."

This specimen was lot in Stack's Bowers NYINC sale (New York, January 2022), where it sold for $. The catalog description^[1] noted, "."