NORWAY. Ducat, 1660-FG. Christiania Mint. Frederik III. NGC AU Details--Cleaned.
Fr-1; KM-61; Hede-1; Sieg-68; NMD-6; Schou-4; Aagaard-72.1; Bruun-9823. Weight: 3.48 gms. Mintmaster: Frederik Grüner (FG); Engraver: Johan Blum. The first Norwegian Ducat ever, with only three examples of the type recorded in gold and two in silver, leaving this as an EXTREMELY RARE type that stands near the pinnacle of Norwegian numismatics. The three-quarters facing bust is phenomenal, with a level of precision to the details that is beyond engaging, and very few other types bear as attractive a portrait. The surfaces are bright and brilliant, giving a nice vibrant hue, and traces of actual wear are hard to discern. The noted cleaning refers to some hairlines in the reverse field, which do little to dampen the general appeal of the piece. A Ducat that is certain to generate exceptional demand, as chances to own another one are beyond limited.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection. Ex: Johan G. Guildal Collection (Private Sale - 1918); later published by the Danish Numismatic Society as item 1397 in his collection.

Estimate: $175000