NORWAY. 2 Speciedaler, 1654. Christiania Mint. Frederik III. NGC AU-58.
KM-38A; Dav-3594; Hede-18; Sieg-27; NMD-40; Schou-4; Aagaard-44.4; Bruun-9679. Weight: 57.38 gms. Mintmaster: Frederik Grüner (FG). Obverse engraved by Jeremias Hercules. Of about eight examples known, only two or three are in private hands. This wonderful specimen shows plenty of luster and only very light handling with no visible wear on the high points and the delicate features such as the king's hair.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection. Ex: Countship of Brahesminde Collection (Private Sale - 1922). Ex: Carl F. Schubart Collection (Copenhagen - 10/1831) Lot # 1063.

Estimate: $140000