August 2023 Global Showcase Auction – 14 - 21 August 2023
Live Sessions: Ancient and World Coins, Currency
Part B: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part D: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part 2: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 9:00 PM CEST
Part C: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 10:00 PM CEST
Part 3: We, 16.08.2023, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part 4: We, 16.08.2023, from 7:00 PM CEST
Part 5: We, 16.08.2023, from 10:00 PM CEST
Part 6: Th, 17.08.2023, from 12:00 AM CEST
Part E: Th, 17.08.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part 7: Th, 17.08.2023, from 8:00 PM CEST
Part 8: Fr, 18.08.2023, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part 9: Sa, 19.08.2023, from 1:00 AM CEST
Part 10: Sa, 19.08.2023, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part F: Mo, 21.08.2023, from 4:00 PM CEST
Description
SPAIN. Catalonia. Croat, ND (1396-1410). Barcelona Mint. Martin I. NGC MS-64.
Cru-509. Obverse: Crowned bust of Martin I left; Reverse: Long cross dividing legend, annulet in 2nd and 3rd angles, bezants in 1st and 4th. An enticing piece from a period of medieval Spanish coinage that achieved an impressive level of quality in relation to contemporary European hammered issues, both in terms of design and consistency of production, displaying characteristics quite ahead of their time: ornate lettering, semi-realistic side-facing portraits, consistently full detail, centered strikes, and neat symmetrical formatting. A wonderful near-Gem example, this engaging specimen is tied for the finest yet certified by NGC, and maintains a crisp strike and soft brilliance beneath the deep toning. A sublime piece that would be difficult to match in terms of beauty and appeal.
Estimate: $700.00- $1000.00
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Bidding
| Price realized | 480 USD |
| Starting price | 420 USD |
