Bern. Canton gold 8 Ducat 1796 MS62+ NGC, KM157, Fr-174, HMZ-2-204. An extremely rare and extremely desirable multiple Ducat; the only example of this two-year type graded by PCGS or NGC, and surely one of the finest available to commerce. At first glance, one would be excused for believing this piece to be a Proof. Its fields evince significant reflectivity, sun-yellow and notably sleek with only scattered hairlines; this mirror effect backlights the well struck-up devices, the iconic Bern bear and its surrounding shield ever-so-slightly frosted. Careful examination with a loupe reveals a uniform crispness to the details, this piece clearly produced to a standard befitting its high denomination. Visually outstanding and a significant Swiss rarity.

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