FRANCE. Consulate. Silver Medallic Trial, Year DIX (1801/2). Paris Mint. PCGS SPECIMEN-62.
Maz-610 var. (bronze). Lettered edge. By N.-M. Gatteaux. Weight: 24.89 gms. An EXTREMELY RARE offering in silver, this trial for a new method of striking presents crisp lettering and a highly ornate border. Enchantingly toned, with a good deal of glistening brilliance remaining in the fields.
From the Richard Margolis Collection (acquired from Superior on 2 December 1990). Ex Superior (12/1990) Lot # 1268. Ex: Palace Collections of Egypt [King Farouk] (Sotheby's - 3/1954) Lot # 2132 (part of).
Estimate: $1500.00- $3000.00
Price realized | 3'200 USD |
Starting price | 900 USD |