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Featuring the Querendon and Rajj Collections

The New York International Sale

Featuring the Querendon and Rajj Collections

Official Auctioneer of the New Tork International Numismatic Convention

Ancient and World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Paper Money

Also Eeaturing

The Q. David Bowers Collection The W.L. Carson Collection The Douglas Jennings Collection The Porteno Collection The Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei The Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins: Part I

and other important properties

Grand Duke Nikolai Nikolaevich's Order of Saint George the Martyr First Class The Only First Class Example Available to Collectors

Lot 1020

January 10, 2011

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OUR CONSIGNORS

The Rajj Collection

The consignor of the Rajj Collection bought his first gold coin in the early 1980s and within a short time he was bitten by the gold bug. This large collection of world gold coins was formed chiefly throughout the 1980s and 1990s with the goal of obtaining the largest coins from every country then listed in the standard catalogues. The collector became a fixture at Stack's auc- tions throughout these decades, and many of these pieces have crossed our auction block once before. Most of the coins offered here have been off the market for nearly two decades. While the

Rajj Collection contains a U.S. coin section that will be offered at a later date, offered here are almost 300 lots of world coins, nearly all gold, though with a few platinum issues thrown in!

Highlights of the big Rajj Collection include some modern gold, and a number of rarities including an impressive run of early British 5 Guinea pieces, a classic George IV Proof 5 Pounds, a beautiful Una and the Lion 5 Pounds, a spectacular Victoria Jubilee 5 Pounds, and a fascinating Russian 10 Ruble overstrike.

William Longsworth Carson was born and raised in Euclid, Ohio. After graduating from Duke University in 1938, he married Kathleen deHart of Woodbury, N.J., and returned to Ohio. There he began a family and, with his father, established a printing business, the Snapout Forms Co. of Chardon, Ohio. Bill busied himself over the years with church and civic activities in the small town.

One of his triumphs was leading the fund-raising and final dedication of a high school football field where Bob Hope officiated.

Ever the organizer, once Bill discovered coin collecting, he initiated a local coin club in Chardon and later partnered in a small coin business in Cleveland, The Money Shop. After moving to Sparta, N.J. in 1964, Bill quickly helped launch a local club. Later, he worked with others to develop a Whitman-like business called Shore Line.

"As far back as I can remember, my father collected something," says Bill's older daughter Andrea. When he was a young boy growing up between Cleveland and Miami, he collected stamps. It occupied him on the long trips back and forth. Between that and reading books, he also "accumulated" a great deal of knowledge about geography, history, and travel to exotic places. Bill was always able to provide the name or location of some obscure and tiny country.

When Bill's older son Dan began sorting through rolls of old coins with a friend, a fatherly interest quickly became a fascination, and Bill began his own collection. Before long, Dan was lugging a heavy valise filled with coins through city streets to coin shows throughout the Midwest.

As coins began to sprinkle themselves about the house, even the younger children learned to examine pocket change and hold the

coins by their edges. On a family trip to Williams- burg, the six Carsons filed into the front pew — once George Washington's — of the historic church. As the collection plate neared for the offering. Bill and Kathleen realized that between them, they only had a $20 bill and some change, including a dime with a "good date." They had to put something in the empty plate. Quickly, the choice was made and the large bill went in.

Another summer, the family boarded a train in Chicago. This vacation would include a coin show in San Francisco. Bill decided that toting his coins cross-country in a special case might attract attention to the valuables. Instead, he loaded them into Kathleen's old suitcase. It still bore her maiden name initials. In the middle of the night a train change was required in Ogden, Utah. As Bill lifted the heavy case, the handle came off in his hand. How would he carry the heavy bag and help his brood make the transfer? Fortunately, Andrea had befriended a young sailor on the train. He graciously offered to help Kathleen and the kids while Bill staggered down the platform carrying his cargo in both arms.

Over the years. Bill collected other things, including cut glass, Christmas plates, silverware, bow ties, and plaid pants. He never met another collector with whom he did not enter into easy con- versation. In his senior years, while crippled with Parkinson's Disease, Bill amused himself for hours by sorting through bags of pennies, reading coin periodicals, and trading odds and ends with local "coin buddies." Over the years. Bill's collecting sometimes moved from passion to obsession and took him away from his family. None-the-Iess, his enthusiasm spread infectiously to any children or grandchildren willing to learn to see art, history, and craftsmanship in a tiny metal disc.

William L. Carson

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Welcome to New York City and Stack's

If you are attending the New York International Numismatic Convention, we invite you to visit Stack's. Stack's has been a numismatic destination in the Big Apple for over 75 years, often a home away from home for collectors and dealers from all over the world.

Attend our auction in our 110 West 57th Street auction gallery, beginning at 10 am on Monday, January 10. Or, we invite you to visit our storefront gallery at 123 West 57th Street. We are open Monday through Friday, 10 am to 5 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm. Come buy coins, chat a bit, drop off a consignment, peruse our inventory or let us write you a check for unwanted items or duplicates.

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WELCOME

to Stack's International Sale

Welcome to our annual International Sale, an Official Auction of the New York International Numismatic Convention. Plan to attend not only our auction, but the Convention itself, held at the famous Waldorf- Astoria hotel in midtown Manhattan and featuring numismatic vendors of ancient and world coins from around the globe (see flyer with show information printed elsewhere in this catalogue).

This year we are proud to feature the Querendon and Rajj Collections, both collections made up exclusively of gold and a select few coins of other precious metals such as platinum and palladium. Although we haven't tallied the numbers, our impression is that over two-thirds of the sale is gold! So whether you think the recent uptick in gold prices is just the beginning or whether you think that $1,400 gold is a bubble, there is something for you in this sale — large gold coins that will sell for modest premiums to their gold value or great rarities that will not again see the light of day for decades.

The Querendon Collection, nearly 300 lots of Ancient and World gold coins, is the collection of a South American industrialist that was put together in the 1940s and 1950s and has rested safely in a bank vault since the late 1950s. The Querendon collector's appetite was chiefly European gold coinage, stretching from the late medieval period to the 20* century, although he included some remarkable Ancients and Latin American issues as well. Highlights are numerous, but a few special coins literally jump from the pages of this catalogue. Among our favorites is the Bohemian 10 Ducats of 1648 struck at Prague, an enormous gold piece graded AU-55 (NGC). Another 10 Ducats, this time a hexagonal issue of 1663 of Michael Apafi of Transylvania, will attract attention not only for its curious shape but also for the remark- able half-length armored portrait on the obverse. For those who prefer coins of the ancient world, we note a lustrous gold Aureus of Lucius Verus in Superb Extremely Fine.

The Rajj Collection, another of our headline consignments composed exclusively of precious metal coinages, also makes up nearly 300 lots of the sale and dovetails quite nicely with the Querendon Collection. Col- lected chiefly in the 1980s and 1990s, the Rajj Collection combines some of the rarest and most iconic issues of the World with modern issues that came into their own in the 1960s through 1980s. In a time before kilo-size or even larger gold coins (see the 10-kiIo Australian gold piece in this sale, for example!), the Rajj collector strove to acquire the largest gold coin available from every country he could locate. We think he's done a remarkable job, and we trust that you will feel the same. Feast your eyes on what is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful coins in the world, an 1839 Una and the Lion 5 Pounds of Creat Britain, graded Proof-62 CAMEO by NCC. Joining Una are 5 Guineas or 5 Pounds pieces of nearly every British monarch from Charles II to George VI, including a super-choice 1711 5 Guineas of Anne, graded AU-58 by NGC. Among many other classic early issues we should mention a very rare Russian Catherine II 10 Rubles dated 1772 struck over a 10 Rubles of her predecessor Peter III. If beauty and rarity are watchwords by which to collect, the Rajj collection has been quite successful. Among its modern issues are many stupendous designs, such as the Great Wall and dragon motifs on the Chinese 500 Yuan of 1988. Multiple dozens of low mintage coins will tantalize — how about a Bhutanese Platinum 5

Sertums of 1966 commemorating the 40* Anniversary of the Accession of Jigme Wangchuk, one of just 72 struck and a coin that will cost only a few thousand dollars? This is just one of many coins sporting mintages of less than 1,000 pieces, with many boasting fewer than 100 pieces struck. This is not the last you will see of the Rajj Collection - the U.S. coins, also featuring many stupendous gold rarities, will see the light of day in a forthcoming Stack's auction.

While on the topic of large gold coins, we must mention the positively huge Australian coin that graces this auction, an Australian 10-kilo gold piece minted in 2006. One of just seven struck of the first 10-kilo issue ever produced, this coin commemorating the Year of the Dog contains nearly 322 ounces of gold and is Serial #1. This gargantuan coin proved to be a great investment for its consignor, and we expect it will be too for its next owner.

Also hailing from the other side of the world is a pattern Chinese Gold Tael of the Cyclical Date 1907, a coin that is graded AU-58 (NGC) that boasts a wonderful history and is also a significant rarity. Given the surge in interest in Chinese coins of all types in the last decade, we expect great fireworks when this coin comes across the auction block.

While there are many numismatic items of great rarity, not all of these can also boast great pedigree. In this sale we are proud to offer a set of Russian decorations that once belonged to the Grand Duke Nikolai Nikolaievich Romanov the Elder, a group of Orders of St. George the Martyr featuring the Star of the Order as well as Crosses of the First Class and Second Class. These sumptuous works of numismatic art are also of enormous rarity. There were in fact only 25 members of the Order in the First Class in its century-long existence, making the First Class Cross an extreme rarity — ^in fact, we believe it is the only specimen in private hands!

While we have enjoyed reviewing some of the biggest collections or most expensive coins, many other consignors have made this well- balanced sale possible. Take for example the superb 1830 8 Escudos of Argentina, a great rarity from the Porteho Collection, or perhaps the Gem 1935 Proof Set of New Zealand featuring the Waitangi Crown that hails from the W.L. Carson Collection; we sold Mr. Carson's U.S. Proof Sets to great fanfare in our 75* Anniversary Sale this past November. Or consider a German pattern coin from the Douglas Jennings Collection of this genre — many high style pieces by famed designer Karl Goetz are on offer here in whatever metal and price range you desire! Or perhaps you crave coins of the Ancient World? If so, consider the choice Decadrachm of Syracuse from the collection of our very own Dave Bowers, or perhaps one of the wonderfully styled pieces of Ancient Greek silver coinage from Part I of the Syracuse Collection (further offerings from this col- lection will be featured in our April 2011 Coin Galleries Sale).

We hope you like what you see in the pages to follow, and that you will be able to pick up at least one piece — whether $500, or $50,000 — for your collection. If your collecting activities have slowed and selling has been on your mind, please call and speak to Vicken Yegparian, Greg Cohen, or John Pack to devise a sales plan that's right for you. Keep in mind that as the Official Auctioneer of the July 2011 ANA Sale in Chicago, we are seeking quality consignments of Ancient and World Coins in addition to U.S. Coins and Paper Money. Pick up the phone and call us today!

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ORDER OF SALE

Ancient and Medieval Coinage 1-185

Ancient Greek Coinage 1-120

Magna Graecia 1-15

Sicily 16-45

Mainland Greece 46-79

Asia and Africa 80-120

Roman Republican Coinage 121-127

Roman Imperial Coinage 128-160

Byzantine Coinage 161-169

Medieval Coinage 170-172

Indian Coinage 173

Ancient and Medieval Coin Group Lots 174-185

World Paper Money 186-227

World Coins and Medals 228-1726

Europe 228-1011

World Orders and Decorations 1012-1048

African Chiefs' Medals 1049-1061

Polar Exploration Medals 1062-1077

Asia, Africa, and the Pacific 1078-1389

The Americas 1390-1713

World Group Lots 1714-1726

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ANCIENT AND MEDIEVAL COINAGE

Items in () are estimates only.

ANCIENT GREEK COINAGE

MAGNA GRAECIA

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ETRURIA. Populonia. Ca. 211-200 B.C. AV or EL 10 units. Young male head right; behind, X. Rv. Blank. 0.70 grams. I. Vecchi, 'The Coinage of the Rasna . A Study in Etruscan Numismatics," SNR 67, (1988), 64 (same obv. die). Marchetti 4c. SNG ANS 9 (same obv. die). HN Italy 136. Extremely rare — only two examples from these dies known to Vecchi. Extremely Line. (2,000-2,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

CAMPANIA. Neapolis. Ca. 300-275 B.C. AR Nomos. Head of the Siren Parthenope right, hair bound with taenia; behind, Artemis running right, holding torch; below chin, monogram. Rv. Man- headed walking bull right, head facing; above, Nike flying right, crowing bull with wreath; below, 11. 7.30 grams. SNG ANS 365 (same dies). HN Italy 579. Minor porosity. Old collection toning. Very Fine. (200-300)

CAMPANIA. Neapolis. Ca. 275-250 B.C. AR Nomos. Head of nymph left, hair bound with taenia, wearing triple-pendant earring and necklace; behind, trophy. Rv. Man-headed bull walking right, head facing; above, Nike flying right, crowing bull with wreath; below, IE. 7.32 grams. Sambon 518. SNG ANS 408 (same obv. die). HN Italy 586. Well centered and attractive. Gentle golden hues around the devices. Good Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 78, May 2008, Lot 147.

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HATRIA. Picenum. Ca. 280 B.C. JE Aes Grave Quatrunx. Head of Apollo left; before, four pellets. Rv. Kantharos; above, ivy-leaf. 153.08 grams. Thurlow- Vecchi 183. Haeberlin pi. 76, 1-2. HN Italy 13. Rare and choice. Green patina. Good Very Fine. (4,000-5,000)

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5 CALABRIA. Taras. Ca. 480-470 B.C. AR Nomos. Dolphin rider right; below, cockle shell. Rv. Wheel with four spokes. 7.70 grams. Fischer-Bossert group 4, 81 (V41/R55). Vlasto 74 (same dies). HN Italy 833. Toned. Very Fine. (600-800)

6 CALABRIA. Taras. Ca. 325-280 B.C. AR Diobol. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet decorated with a hippocamp; on neckguard, O. Rv. Herakles crouching right, strangling the Nemean lion; behind, herm (mostly off flan); above, A. 1.21 grams. Vlasto 1314. SNG ANS 1401. HN Italy 976. Choice Extremely Fine. (300-400)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, June 2000, Lot 3507.

7 CALABRIA. Taras. Ca. 290-281 B.C. AR Nomos. Warrior on horse

charging right, holding shield and two spears, striking with a third; in left field, monogram; below horse, OI. Rv. Taras riding dolphin left, holding distaff; before, eagle with folded wings standing left; below, OI above waves (waves off flan). 7.73 grams. Fischer-Bossert group 78a, 1061 (V401 /R821). Vlasto 567 (same obv. die). HN Italy 933. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

8 CALABRIA. Taras. Ca. 280-272 B.C. AR Nomos. Youth on horse- back left, crowning horse with wreath; behind, SY; below, LYKI/ NOS in two lines. Rv. Taras riding dolphin left, hurling trident; behind, owl standing left, head facing. 6.54 grams. Vlasto 834-41. HN Italy 1025. Extremely Eine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ponterio 91, November 1997, Lot 27.

9 LUCANIA. Metapontion. Ca. 540-510 B.C. AR Nomos. Barley ear. Rv. Incuse barley ear. 7.68 grams. Noe 10. HN Italy 1459. Toned. Very Fine. (500-600)

Ex NFA Winter MBS, December 1989, Lot 327.

10 LUCANIA. Metapontion. Ca. 510-470 B.C. AR Nomos. Barley ear.

Rv. Incuse barley ear. 7.31 grams. Noe 158. HN Italy 1482. Toned. Good Very Fine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Coin Galleries, March 2002, Lot 1359.

11 LUCANIA. Metapontion. Ca. 510-470 B.C. AR Nomos. Barley ear. Rv. Incuse barley ear. 7.84 grams. Noe 204. HN Italy 1482. A couple of old scratches, light porosity. Toned. Very Fine. (200-300)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

12 LUCANIA. Metapontion. Ca. 400-340 B.C. AR Nomos. Female

head (Demeter?) right, wearing earring, hair bound with sphen- done; behind, [OAYA]. Rv. Barley ear with leaf to left; above leaf, palmette. 7.87 grams. Noe 479 (same dies). HN Italy 1539. Toned. Very Fine. (300-400)

13 LUCANIA. Sybaris. Ca. 550-510 B.C. AR 1/3 Nomos. Bull stand-

ing left on dotted exergual line, head turned to look back. Rv. Incuse of obverse. 1.81 grams. SNG ANS 847. HN Italy 1736. Edges chipped. Good Fine. (100-150)

14 LUCANIA. Velia. Ca. 300-280 B.C. AR Nomos. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet decorated with griffin; behind neck guard. A; before neck, O. Rv. Lion prowling right; above, dolphin right between I and O. 7.36 grams. Williams 448 (0223/ R313). SNG ANS 1376 (same dies). HN Italy 1307. Nicely toned. Good Very Eine. (1,000-1,200)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 78, May 2008, Lot 176; K. Davis List 51, Spring 2007, No. 6.

15 BRUTTIUM. Kaulonia. Ca. 475-425 B.C. AR Nomos. Apollo advancing right, holding laurel branch and small daimon on outstretched arm; to right, stag standing right, head turned to look back. Rv. Stag standing right, head turned to look back; before, branch. 8.00 grams. Noe Group F, 82 (same dies). SNG ANS 175 (same dies). HN Italy 2046. Flan flaws, scratches in field on reverse. Old collection toning. Very Fine. (300-400)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

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16 SICILY. Akragas. Ca. 465/4-446 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Sea eagle with folded wings standing left. Rv. Crab. 17.28 grams. I. Lee, 'The Flower of Adonis at Eryx," NC (1999), group I. SNG ANS 968-9 (same obv. die). Toned. Very Fine. (1,800-2,200)

17 SICILY. Entella. Punic issue, ca. 320/15-300 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Wreathed head of Arethusa left, wearing triple-pendant earring and necklace; around, four dolphins. Rv. Horse's head left; behind, palm tree with fruits; below, Punic 7MMHNT. 16.77 grams. G. K. Jenkins, "Coins of Punic SICILY, part 3," SNR 56 (1977), 218 (O65/R190).

SNG Sweden 44 (same dies). SNG Delepierre 722 (same dies). A 21 couple of small marks on obverse. Good Very Pine. (2,000-2,500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex J. B. Parker Col- lection (Superior, June 1998, Lot 6275).

18 SICILY. Gela. Ca. 420-415 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above,

Nike flying, crowning charioteer with wreath. Rv. Porepart of man-headed bull right. 16.70 grams. Jenkins group VIII, 476 (092/ R186). SNG Lockett 770 = Pozzi 440 (same obv. die);. SNG ANS 95 22

(same dies). Worn obverse die. Porous. Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Freeman & Sear 4, January 1998, Lot 53.

19 SICILY. Leontinoi. Ca. 455-430 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rv. Head of a roaring lion right; behind, tri- pod; around three barley grains. 17.01 grams. C. Boehringer, "Die 23 Miinzgeschichte von Leontini in klassischer Zeit," Studies Price 33 (same dies). SNG ANS 232 (same dies). A couple of small planchet flaws on obverse. Nicely toned. Extremely Pine. (2,000-2,500)

20 SICILY. Leontinoi. Ca. 430-425 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Apollo left. Rv. Head of roaring lion left; around, three barley grains; behind, bay leaf. 17.00 grams. C. Boehringer, "Die Miinzgeschichte von Leontini in klassischer Zeit," Studies Price 55 (same dies). Rizzo pi. XXIV, 4 (same dies). SNG ANS 257 (same dies). Minor roughness on reverse edge. Attractive dark find pa- tina. Extremely Pine. (1,500-2,000)

From the same dies as the following lot.

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex our sales of December 2001, Lot 57 and June 1997, Lot 188.

SICILY. Leontinoi. Ca. 430-425 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Apollo left. Rv. Head of roaring lion left; around, three barley grains; behind, bay leaf. 17.35 grams. C. Boehringer, "Die Miinzgeschichte von Leontini in klassischer Zeit," Studies Price 55 (same dies). Rizzo pi. XXIV, 4 (same dies). SNG ANS 257 (same dies). Scratch on reverse. Extremely Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the same dies as the previous lot.

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG 57, March 2001, Lot 87.

SICILY. Messana. Ca. 425-421 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Charioteer driving biga of mules right; above, Nike standing on reins right, crowning mules with wreath; in exergue, leaf. Rv. Hare springing right; below, dolphin right. 17.25 grams. Caltabiano series XIII, 487 (D199/R198). SNG ANS 358 (same dies). SNG Lloyd 1095 (same dies). Well struck on good metal, and with pleasing old collection toning. Extremely Pine. (4,500-5,000)

SICILY. Morgantina. The Sikeliotes, ca. 214-213 B.C. AR 8 Litrai. Second Punic War issue. Wreathed and veiled head of Kore left; behind, laurel leaf. Rv. Nike, holding kentron and reins, driving galloping quadriga right; above, monogram. 7.03 grams. MS 430 (same obv. die as illus.). A. Burnett, "The Enna Hoard and the Sil- ver Coinage of the Syracusan Democracy," SNR 62 (1983), 109-10 (same obv. die). E. Sjoqvist, "Numismatic Notes from Morgantina: 1. The EIKEAIQTAN Coinage," MN IX (1960), 2 (same obv. die). SNG ANS 1168 (same obv. die). Rare. Minor porosity and uneven toning. Extremely Pine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

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SICILY. Selinos. Ca. 515-470 B.C. AR Didrachm. Selinon leaf. Rv. Selinon leaf within incuse square. 8.39 grams. C. Arnold- Biucchi, "Beginnings of coinage in west; Archaic Selinos/' Florilegium Numismaticum 12. SNG ANS 685. Minor porosity. Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Berk 106, Janu- ary 1999, Lot 126.

SICILY. Syracuse. Deinomenid Tyranny, 485-466 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Under Hieron I, ca. 480/78-475 B.C. Charioteer, hold- ing kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 16.81 grams. Boehringer group III, series Vlllb, 147 (V65/R101). Randazzo 310 (same dies). SNG ANS 41-2 (same obv. die). Porosity. Very Fine. (800-1,000) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Matter, April 2000, Lot 38.

Choice Deinomenid Tetradrachm

SICILY. Syracuse. Deinomenid Tyranny, 485-466 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Under Hieron I, ca. 475-470 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.08 grams. Boehringer group III, series Xlla, 307 (V147/R213). Randazzo 471-2 (same dies). SNG ANS 96-113. Darkly toned. Choice Extremely Fine. (4,000-5,000)

Tetradrachms were first minted in Sicily at Syracuse, and became the standard denomination throughout the island. The Syracusan male charioteer in quadriga was adapted, with local variations, by nearly every mint in Sicily. Kraay notes that the chariot motif reflected the interests of the Syracusan ruling aristocracy in "equestrian pursuits and particularly their pride as competi- tors in the great sporting contests of Delphi and Olympia" ( ACGC p. 209).

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex our sale of the Lawrence R. Stack Collection, January 2008, Lot 2101.

27 SICILY. Syracuse. Deinomenid Tyranny, 485-466 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Under Hieron I, ca. 475-470 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike fly- ing right, crowning horses with wreath. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.10 grams. Boehringer group III, series Xllb, 324 (V159/R227). Randazzo -. SNG ANS 96-113. Bold strike. Good Very Fine. (2,000-2,500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

Superb Syracusan Silver Litra

28 SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Litra. Ca. 466-460 B.C. Diademed head of Arethusa right, wearing hair braided in queue down back of neck. Rv. Octopus within circular incuse. 0.90 grams. Cf. Boehringer group IV, series Xllla, 415-22 (dies not recorded). SNG ANS 132-3. Beautifully toned surfaces and excellent metal. A splendid little coin. Superb Extremely Line. (2,000-2,500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex our sale of the Lawrence R. Stack Collection, January 2008, Lot 2104.

Superb Second Democracy Tetradrachm

29 SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Ca. 460-450 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath; in exergue, ketos right. Rv. Dia- demed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.17 grams. Boehringer group IV, series XlVa, 481 (V256/R345). SNG Lloyd 1314 (same obv. die). SNG ANS 149 (same dies). BMC 72 (same dies). Broad flan with edge splits characteristic of this issue. Sharply struck on both sides. Superb Extremely Line. (6,000-8,000)

During this period of coinage at Syracuse, the standing male charioteer and Arethusa head in profile became the standard designs on Syracusan tet- radrachms. Within these strictures, however, considerable artistic creativity was possible, particularly in the treatment of Arethusa. Her features varied from severe archaic divinity to classic contemporary beauty, with hair styles reflecting the latest in Syracusan fashion. Even the fairly standard quadriga obverse showed evolution in depicting the power and vitality of the horses.

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex our sale of the Lawrence R. Stack Collection, January 2008, Lot 2105.

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30 SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- 33 radrachm. Ca. 450-440 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath; in exergue, ketos right. Rv. Dia- demed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.06 grams. Boehringer group IV, series XVIb, 564 (V285/R379). SNG Lockett 941 (same dies). SNG ANS -. Minor surface granularity. Toned. Very Fine. (800-1,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 151); CNG 40, December 1996, Lot 852.

Superb Quality

31 SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Ca. 450-440 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath; in exergue, ketos right. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.49 grams. Boehringer group IV, series XVIb, 576 (V288/R392). BMFA 378 (same dies). SNG ANS 183. Die break in hair on reverse. Lustrous. Extremely Fine. (4,000-5,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Lx C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 152); CNG 63, May 2003, Lot 112.

32 SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Ca. 440-430 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath; in exergue, ketos right. Rv. Head of Arethusa right, hair bound in sphendone; around, four dolphins. 17.03 grams. Cf. Boehringer group IV, series XVIIa, 585/587 (V290/ R397, die combination not recorded). SNG ANS -. SNG Lloyd 1333 (same obv. die). Giesecke pi. 12, 8 (same rev. die). Toned. Good Very Fine. (1,800-2,200)

SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Ca. 440-430 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving quadriga left; above, Nike flying right, crowning chari- oteer with wreath; in exergue, ketos right. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.11 grams. Boehringer group IV, series XVIII, 603 (V296/R409). Jameson 1911 (same dies). SNG ANS 198 (same dies). Well centered with only minor surface marks. Toned. Very Fine. (1,000-1,500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 153.

SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Ca. 440-430 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving fast quadriga left; above, Nike flying right, crowning chari- oteer; in exergue, ketos right. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right; around, four dolphins. 17.10 grams. Boehringer group IV, series XVIII, 605 (V296/R411). SNG ANS 199 (same dies). McClean2675 (same dies). A touch of porosity in obverse field. Lightly toned. Nearly Extremely Fine. (2,000-2,500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Lx C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 154); CNG 46, June 1998, Lot 101.

SICILY. Syracuse. Second Democracy, 466-405 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Ca. 430 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving slow quadriga right; above, Nike flying right, crowning horses with wreath. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa right, hair bound in sakkos; around, four dolphins. 17.58 grams. Boehringer group V, series XX, 642 (V326/R442). Jameson 783 (same dies). Pozzi 592 (same dies). Weber 1591 (same dies). SNG ANS 207 (same dies). Toned. Nearly Very Fine. (500-750)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 155).

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Wonderful Syracusan Decadrachm of Euainetos

SICILY. Syracuse. Dionysios I, 405-367 B.C. AR Decadrachm. Reverse die signed by the artist Euainetos. Ca. 405 / 0-400 / 390 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving galloping quadriga left; above, Nike flying right, crowning charioteer with wreath; in exergue beneath heavy band, shield, greaves, cuirass, and crested Attic helmet, all connected by a horizontal spear and above A0AA. Rv. Head of Arethusa left, wreathed with reeds, wearing triple- pendant earring and necklace; around, four dolphins swimming; below, EY-AINE. 42.90 grams. Gallatin dies III/ Cl. SNG ANS -. Jameson 828 (same dies). Dewing -. Gulbenkian 312 (same dies). A hint of surface porosity, minimal die-rust. Nicely toned and with a full signature of the artist. Good Very Eine. (35,000-40,000) The decadrachm of Euainetos is undoubtedly one of the most famous of all ancient Greek coins, and its size and dignified majesty have always made it the centerpiece of any Greek collection. The treatment of the head of the goddess Arethusa especially defines classical beauty, and it was copied or adapted for coin issues in such far-flung places as North Africa, Spain,

South Italy, Lokris Opuntion, the Peloponnese and Crete. The decadrachms of Syracuse can be divided into two main types. The first, smaller issue shows Arethusa's hair confined in an ornate net, and many of the dies bear the initial or signature of the artist Kimon. The Kimonian decadrachms were struck ca. 405 B.C. from three obverse and 13 reverse dies. The second, much larger issue, from which this coin comes, shows the hair of Arethusa free but bound with a reed, appropriate for a water-nymph. The earliest dies of this series bear the signature of Euainetos and were struck sometime around 400 B.C. Euainetos' decadrachms constitute a fairly large emission, with 24 known obverse and 44 known reverse dies, 21 carrying the name Euainetos, and were perhaps struck over a 10 to 15 year period (Kraay, ACGC p. 232). Silver decadrachms, like the gold fractions that were produced at approximately the same time, were high value coins struck for a specific purpose other than ordinary commerce. It seems very likely that they were intended to pay for mercenary soldiers, ships and supplies for the ongoing war against Carthage. That so much care should have been taken to glorify the civic pride of Syracuse and the human form on what was otherwise a very utilitarian item is a potent testament to this most venerable ancient city.

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

37 SICILY. Syracuse. Dionysios I, 405-367 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. 38 Ca. 405 B.C. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving fast quadriga left; above, Nike flying right, crowning charioteer with wreath; grain ear in exergue. Rv. Diademed head of Arethusa left; four dolphins around. 17.09 grams. Tudeer 82 (dies 30/ 55). SNG ANS 290 (same dies). Scratch on obverse, light die rust. Medium gray tone. Very Eine. (1,000-1,500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 159.

SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Ca. 317-310 B.C. Wreathed head of Arethusa left; around three dolphins; below neck, NI. Rv. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving galloping quadriga left; above, triskeles; in exergue, monogram. 16.90 grams. M. lerardi, "Tetradrachms of Agathocles of Syracuse," AJN 7-8 (1995-6), 19 (03/R11). Ward 316 (same dies). Jameson 861 (same obv. die). McClean 2818 (same obv. die). Dewing 943 (same rev. die). SNG ANS 633-4. Porosity on reverse. Extremely Fine. (1,400-1,600)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Freeman & Sear 4, January 1998, Lot 61.

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Well Struck Tetradrachm of Agathokles

39 SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Ca. 317-310 B.C. Wreathed head of Arethusa left, wearing triple- pendant earring and necklace; around, three dolphins; below neck, OI. Rv. Charioteer, holding kentron and reins, driving fast quadriga left; above, triskeles; in exergue, monogram. 17.12 grams. M. lerardi, 'Tetradrachms of Agathocles of Syracuse; A Preliminary Study,'' AJN 7-8 (1995-1996), 68 (012 /R44). SNG ANS 640 (same obv. die). De Hirsch 662 (same obv. die). McClean 2817 (same obv. die). Light scratch on cheek, otherwise well struck on a large flan. Toned. Extremely Fine. (4,000-5,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 168.

40 SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Ca. 310-306/5 B.C. Wreathed head of Kore right, wearing single- pendant earring and necklace. Rv. Nike standing right, erecting trophy; in lower left field, monogram; in right field, triskeles. 16.92 grams. M. lerardi, "Tetradrachms of Agathocles of Syracuse: A Preliminary Study," AJN 7-8 (1995-1996), 95 (019 /R61). SNG ANS 664. SNG Fitzwilliam 1347 (same obv. die). Gulbenkian 336 (same dies). Minor die-shift on reverse. Lightly toned. Good Very Fine. (1,500-1,800)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 169.

41 SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Wreathed head of Kore right. Rv. Nike standing right, holding hammer and nail, erecting trophy; in right field, triskeles. 17.15 grams. M. lerardi, "Tetradrachms of Agathocles of Syracuse," AJN 7-8 (1995-6), - (026 /R77, die combination not recorded). Gulbenkian 332 (same obv. die). SNG Salting 10 (same obv. die). SNG Delepierre 705 (same obv. die). SNG ANS 665-9. Toned. Good Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex NAC G, April 1997, Lot 1123.

SICILY. Syracuse. Agathokles, 317-289 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Ca. 310-306/ 5 B.C. Wreathed head of Kore right, wearing single- pendant earring and necklace. Rv. Nike standing right, erecting trophy; in lower left field, triskeles. 17.01 grams. M. lerardi, "Tetradrachms of Agathocles of Syracuse: A Preliminary Study," AJN 7-8 (1995-1996), 138 (035 /R91). SNG ANS 674. SNG Lloyd 1497 (same obv. die). McClean 2893 (same dies). Minor die-shift on reverse. Toned. Good Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 170); Coin Galleries, July 1996, Lot 1347.

SICILY. Syracuse. Philistis, wife of Hieron II, 275-215 B.C. AR 16

Litrai. Ca. 218 / 7-214 B.C. Diademed and veiled bust of Philistis left; behind, torch. Rv. Nike driving galloping quadriga right; below, E. 13.44 grams. SE 44 (Dll /R26). SNG ANS 884 (same dies). Uneven toning. Good Very Fine. (800-1,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 178); CNG 45, March 1998, Lot 137.

Pedigreed Hieronymos Silver 10 Litrai

SICILY. Syracuse. Hieronymos, 215-214 B.C. AR 10 Litrai. Diademed head of Hieronymos left; behind, K (retrograde). Rv. Winged thunderbolt; above, KI. 8.42 grams. Holloway 41 (021 / R33). SNG ANS 1029 (same dies). Attractively toned. Choice Ex- tremely Fine. (1,000-1500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. G. Collection (CNG 76, September 2007, Lot 181); CNG 45, March 1998, Lot 141; our sale of De- cember 1996, Lot 481; Polese Collection (Canessa 5, June 1928, Lot 670).

SICILY. Syracuse. Fifth Democracy, 214-212 B.C. AR 12 Litrai. Head of Athena left, wearing crested Corinthian helmet, wearing aegis. Rv. Artemis standing left, drawing bow; at her feet, hound springing left; in left field, 5 A. 10.18 grams. A. Burnett, "The Enna Hoard and the Silver Coinage of the Syracusan Democracy," SNR 62 (1983), D24 (09/Rq). SNG ANS 1040 (same dies). Nearly Extremely Fine. (1,000-1,500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, June 1998, Lot 6273.

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KINGS OF MACEDON. Philip II, 359-336 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Amphipolis, ca. 323/2-316/5 B.C. Laureate head of Zeus right. Rv. Youth on horseback right, crowning horse with palm; below horse's belly, monogram; below horse's raised foreleg, A. 14.16 grams. Le Rider pi. 45, 15-6. SNG ANS 643-9. Very Fine. (300-400) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Freeman & Sear 3, December 1996, Lot 157.

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47 KINGS OF MACEDON. Philip II, 359-336 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Amphipolis, ca. 315 / 4-ca. 295 / 4 B.C. Laureate head of Zeus right.

Rv. Youth on horseback right, crowning horse with palm; below 51 horse's belly, A/T over torch; below raised foreleg, monogram.

14.31 grams. Le Rider pi. 47, 8 (same rev. die as illus.). SNG ANS -. Toned. Very Fine. (300-400)

48 KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander III 'the Great', 336-323 B.C. 52

AR Tetradrachm. 'Amphipolis', ca. 332-326 B.C. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, hold- ing eagle and scepter; in left field, prow left. 17.22 grams. Price 4. Troxell group Al. Possibly overstruck. Light golden toning around the devices. Extremely Fine. (600-800)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. P. A. Collection (CNG 78, May 2008, Lot 336); M&M Deutschland 10, March 2002, Lot 183.

49 KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander Iirthe Great', 336-323 B.C.

AR Tetradrachm. Amphipolis, ca. 320-319 B.C. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, monogram. 17.18 grams. Price 120. Troxell group 12. Scrape on obverse. Extremely Fine. (300-400) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander III 'the Great', 336-323 B.C.

AR Tetradrachm. Pella(?), ca. 275-ca. 270 B.C. or later. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, crested helmet; under throne, monogram; in exergue, monogram. 17.14 grams. Price 624. Meydancikkale 407. Toned. Extremely Fine. (600-800)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander III 'the Great', 336-323 B.C.

AR Tetradrachm. Pella(?), ca. 275-ca. 270 B.C. or later. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, crested helmet; under throne, monogram; in exergue, monogram. 17.05 grams. Price 629. Meydancikkale 408-18. Nicely toned. Extremely Fine. (600-800)

KINGS OF MACEDON. Alexander III 'the Great', 336-323 B.C.

AV Stater. Sidon, 333-305 B.C. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Corinthian helmet , the bowl of which is decorated with a griffin. Rv. Nike standing left, holding wreath and stylis; below right wing, club. 8.51 grams. Price 3460. Newell 4. Scratches and marks. Ex jewelry. Fine. (800-1000)

From the Querendon Collection.

KINGS OF MACEDON. Philip III Arrhidaios, 323-317 B.C. AR

Tetradrachm. Arados. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, monogram and grape bunch; below throne, 1. 17.14 grams. Price P156. Duyrat 990 (D230/R466, this coin). Well centered with light golden toning around the devices. Extremely Fine. (400-500) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG 36, Decem- ber 1995, Lot 1837; Hirsch 175, September 1992, Lot 231.

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54 KINGS OF MACEDON. Demetrios I Poliorketes, 306-283 B.C.

AR Tetradrachm. Pella, ca. 294/3 B.C. Nike standing left on prow of galley left, blowing trumpet and holding stylis. Rv. Poseidon advancing left, raising trident; in left field, monogram; in right field, dolphin left above star. 17.17 grams. Newell 68 (obv. die LVII). SNG Alpha Bank -. SNG Saroglos -. Extremely Fine. (1,500-2,000) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Kovacs Xlll, June 1998, Lot 26.

55 KINGS OF MACEDON. Perseus, 179-168 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Amphipolis. Diademed head of Perseus right. Rv. Eagle with wings displayed standing right on thunderbolt; above, O; in right field, monogram; between legs, monogram; all within laurel wreath; in exergue plow right. 15.41 grams. A. Mamroth, ''Die Silbermiin- zen des Konigs Perseus," ZfN 38 (1928), 24. SNG Alpha Bank -. SNG Saroglos -. Very light die shift on obverse. Nearly Extremely Fine. (800-1000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, October 2001, Lot 1025.

56 MACEDON. First Meris, ca. 167-149 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Am- phipolis. Diademed and draped bust of Artemis right, bow and quiver at shoulder, on the boss of a Macedonian shield. Rv. Club right; above, monogram; below, N; all within oak wreath tied at left; in outer left field, thunderbolt. 16.97 grams. AMNG III / 1 167. SNG Ashmolean 3300. Hairline flan crack. Fine style. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, June 1997, Lot 5063.

THRACE. Abdera. Ca. 475-450 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Herak..., magistrate. Griffin seated left, foreleg raised; below, cicada right. Rv. Quadripartite incuse square. 14.16 grams. Cf. May period III 106 (A-/P86, obv. die not recorded). Chryssanthaki-Nagle -. BMFA 747 = Warren 436. Jameson 1997. BMC 2. Lightly toned. Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ea Galerie Nu- mismatique IX, January 2007, Lot 24.

THRACE. Maroneia. Ca. 386/5-348/7 B.C. AR Stater. Chorego..., magistrate. Horse galloping left, reins trailing. Rv. Grape arbor within square border; in left field, fly; all within incuse square. Schonert-Geiss 434 (V15/R21). West 111 (same dies). SNG Copen- hagen 606 (same dies). Deteriorated obverse die, small scrape on horse's rib. Choice Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ponterio 112, April 2001, Lot 239.

THRACE. Maroneia. Ca. 386/5-348/7 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Choregos, magistrate. Horse prancing left, rein trailing. Rv. Grape arbor within linear square border; to upper left, cicada; all within shallow incuse square. 11.29 grams. Schonert-Geiss 439 (V16/ R25). BMC 26 (same dies). Minor obverse die-shift. Pleasing light toning with golden hues. Extremely Fine. (2,500-3,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex C. P. A. Collection (CNG 78, May 2008, Lot 280).

ISLANDS OFF THRACE. Thasos. Ca. 480-463 B.C. AR Stater. Sa- tyr running right, abducting protesting nymph. Rv. Quadripartite incuse square. 8.84 grams. G. Le Rider, "Les monnaies Thasiennes," Guide de Thasos 5. SNG Copenhagen 1010-1. Die break on obverse, a couple of scratches under tone on reverse. Old collection toning. Very Fine. (1,000-1,500)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

With Ethnic

61 ISLANDS OFF THRACE. Thasos. Ca. 480-463 B.C. AR Stater. Satyr running right, abducting protesting nymph; below, 0. Rv. Quadripartite incuse square. 8.67 grams. Cf. G. Le Rider, "Les monnaies Thasiennes," Guide de Thasos 5 (lacking ethnic on obv.). SNG Copenhagen 1013. Rare with ethnic. Medium gray toning. Very Fine. (2,500-3,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex Lawrence R. Stack Collection (Stack's, January 2008, Lot 2163).

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ISLANDS OFF THRACE. Thasos. Ca. 463-449 B.C. AR Stater. Sa- tyr advancing right, carrying protesting nymph. Rv. Quadripartite incuse square. 8.68 grams. Le Rider 5. SNG Copenhagen 1010-1. Light die shift. Even gray toning. Choice Very Fine. (800-1,000)

KINGS OF THRACE. Lysimachos, 306-281 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Chalcedon, possibly posthumous, ca. 285-275 B.C. Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with Ammon-horn. Rv. Athena seated left, holding Nike and resting hand on hip; in background, spear; behind, shield decorated with head of gorgon; in inner left field, monogram; in exergue, grain ear left. 16.10 grams. Thompson -. Marinescu -. SNG Berry 424 (same dies). Muller 247 (Kallatis). Minor porosity. Light toning. Very Fine. (300-400)

KINGS OF THRACE. Lysimachos, 306-281 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Magnesia, 297 / 6-282 / 1 B.C. Diademed head of the deified Alexan- der right, with Ammon-horn. Rv. Athena seated left, holding Nike and resting elbow on shield; in background, spear; behind, shield decorated with head of gorgon; in inner left field, monogram; in outer left field, filleted race torch. 17.01 grams. Thompson 115. 69

Muller 443a. Nicely toned. Good Very Fine. (500-600)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, October 2001, Lot 1030.

KINGS OF PAEONIA. Lykkeios, 356-335 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Zeus right. Rv. Herakles standing left, strangling the Nemean lion; behind him, bow and quiver. 12.55 grams. Paeo- nian Hoard 63 (same obv. die). SNG ANS 1019 (same obv. die). Lightly toned. Good Very Fine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, De- cember 1997, Lot 1383.

KINGS OF PAEONIA. Lykkeios, 356-335 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rv. Herakles standing left, stran- gling the Nemean lion; behind him, bow and quiver. 13.24 grams. Paeonian Hoard -. SNG ANS 1020-1. Extremely Fine. (600-800)

From the same dies as the following lot.

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG 41, March 1997, Lot 345.

KINGS OF PAEONIA. Lykkeios, 356-335 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rv. Herakles standing left, stran- gling the Nemean lion; behind him, bow and quiver. 13.24 grams. Paeonian Hoard -. SNG ANS 1020-1. Extremely Fine. (600-800) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

THESSALY. Larissa. Ca. 355-344/3 B.C. AR Drachm. Head of the nymph Larissa facing slightly left, hair bound with ampyx. Rv. Horse standing right, about to roll. 6.03 grams. C. Lorber, ''Aboard of facing head Larissa drachms," SNR 79 (2000), phase L-III, 38-60. Herrmann group VII, pi. V, 12. SNG Copenhagen 120. Toned. Nice Very Fine. (300-400)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

LOKRIS. Lokris Opuntion. Ca. 370-360 B.C. AR Stater. Wreathed head of Demeter left, wearing triple-pendant earring and necklace. Rv. Ajax advancing right, holding shield and short sword; design within shield, coiled serpent; below, spear head left. 11.75 grams. Delbridge group 6, 76. BCD 17 (same dies). Dewing 1475 (same dies). Porous and light scratches. Toned. Very Fine. (500-600) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex NFA XXXIII, May 1994, Lot 1323.

BOIOTIA. Thebes. Ca. 395-338 B.C. AR Stater. Ca. 390-382 B.C. Damo..., magistrate. Boiotian shield. Rv. Amphora; hanging from left handle, two ivy leaves and berry; above, club left. 11.93 grams. Hepworth 24 (same rev. die as illus.). BCD 489 (same rev. die). Well centered and lightly toned. Very Fine. (300-400)

Superb Fully Crested Athens Tetradrachm

ATTICA. Athens. Ca. 454-404 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Helmeted head of Athena right, depicted with frontal eye. Rv. Owl with wings folded standing right, head facing; behind, olive-spray and crescent; all within incuse square. 17.12 grams. Kroll 8. Dewing 1591-8. SNG Copenhagen 31. Finely styled with a perfectly cen- tered small bust of Athena showing the full crest of her helmet. Rarely encountered this well struck, and truly exceptional. Superb Extremely Fine. (5,000-6,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

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ATTICA. Athens. Ca. 454-404 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Helmeted head of Athena right, depicted with frontal eye. Rv. Owl with wings folded standing right, head facing; behind, olive-spray and crescent; all within incuse square. 17.17 grams. Kroll 8. Dew- ing 1591-8. SNG Copenhagen 31. Nearly full crest. Light toning. Extremely Fine. (1,500-2,000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Coin Galleries, November 1997, Lot 145.

ATTICA. Athens. Ca. 454-404 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Helmeted head of Athena right, depicted with frontal eye. Rv. Owl with wings folded standing right, head facing; behind, olive-spray and crescent; all within incuse square. 17.04 grams. Kroll 8. Dewing 1591-8. SNG Copenhagen 31 . Minor porosity on obverse, otherwise 77

sharp strike. Extremely Fine. (1,500-1,800)

ATTICA. Athens. Ca. 393-350 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Helmeted head of Athena right, depicted with profile eye. Rv. Owl with wings folded standing right, head facing; behind, olive-spray and crescent; all within incuse square. 17.19 grams. Kroll 15. Dewing 1634-6. SNG Copenhagen 63. Nicely toned. Good Very Fine. (300-400)

ATTICA. Athens. Ca. 168/5-50 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. New Style issue. 133/2 B.C. Timarchos, Nikago... and Doroth..., magistrates. Helmeted head of Athena right. Rv. Owl standing right, head facing, on overturned amphora; in left field, anchor and star; on amphora. A; in exergue, MH; all within wreath. 16.86 grams. Cf. Thompson 362 (ME). Good Very Fine. (600-800) yg

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ponterio 86,

April 1997, Lot 1452.

ATTICA. Athens. Ca. 168/5-50 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. New Style issue. 131 / 0 B.C. Antiochos, Karaichos and Sarapi..., magistrates. Helmeted head of Athena right. Rv. Owl standing right, head facing, on overturned amphora; in right field, elephant standing right; on amphora, 0; in exergue, ME; all within wreath. 16.83 grams. Thompson 399. Good Very Fine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG 41, March 1997, Lot 470.

Choice Early Stater from Aegina

ISLANDS OFF ATTICA. Aegina. Ca. 480-457 B.C. AR Stater. Sea-turtle with T-pattern of dots on shell. Rv. Incuse skew pattern. 12.26 grams. Milbank pi. I, 13. SNG Copenhagen 507. Banker's mark on shell. Well centered on a full flan. Lightly toned. Good Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

The staters of Aegina served as the first universally recognized trade coins throughout the eastern Mediterranean region, and as such were sometimes forged. When bankers handled these coins, they would often apply a small punch mark which would expose any plated coins in circulation and, should the banker come across the coin again in a future transaction, it would serve as an easily recognizable sign that he had already verified the coin's weight and purity.

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

From the BCD and Knoepke Collections

SIKYONIA. Sikyon. Ca. 350-340 B.C. AR Stater. Chimaera prowl- ing left; above, wreath. Rv. Dove flying right; above tail feathers. A; below, 0; all within wreath tied at left. 12.22 grams. BCD 215 (this coin). Boston MFA 1179 (same dies). Light toning with iridescent hues around the devices. Extremely Fine. (3,500-4,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 78, May 2008, Lot 683; BCD Collection (EHS 96, May 2006, Lot 215); O. H. Knoepke Collection (Glendining's, December 1986, Lot 213).

79 SIKYONIA. Sikyon. Ca. 335-330 B.C. AR Stater. Chimaera stand- ing left, right forepaw raised; above, wreath; below, EE. Rv. Dove flying left; below head, N; all within wreath tied at right. 12.07 grams. BCD 218. BMC 57. Light porosity. Very Fine. (800-1000) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Freeman & Sear 4, January 1998, Lot 141.

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80 KINGS OF PERGAMON. Eumenes I, 263-241 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Laureate head of Philetairos right. Rv. Athena seated left, holding wreath; at her side, shield; behind, spear; in inner left field, A above ivy leaf; in outer right field, bow. 16.96 grams. Westermark group IVA, dies V.XXXVI/R- (rev. die not recorded, Attalos I). SNG BN -. Toned. Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

81 AIOLIS. Kyme. Ca. 165-140 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Kallias, magis-

trate. Head of the Amazon Kyme right, hair bound with taenia. Rv. Horse prancing right; below raised foreleg, one-handled cup; all within laurel wreath. 16.36 grams. J. H. Oakley, "The Autonomous Wreathed Tetradrachms of Kyme, Aeolis," MN 27 (1982), obv. die 19. SNG Copenhagen 103. Light scratches and minor porosity, a couple of marks on edge. Toned. Good Very Fine. (400-500) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex NAC, April 1997, Lot 1202.

82 AIOLIS. Myrina. Ca. 155-145 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rv. Apollo Grynios standing right, holding branch and phiale; at feet, omphalos and amphora; in inner left field, monogram; all within laurel wreath. 16.81 grams. K. S. Sacks, "The Wreathed Coins of Aeolian Myrina," MN 30 (1985), issue 18. SNG Copenhagen 2221 (same obv. die). Lightly toned with attrac- tive golden hues. Extremely Fine. (800-1000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG XXXIII, March 1995, Lot 271.

83 IONIA. Herakleia on the Latmos. Ca. 165-140 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet, the bowl of which is decorated with a Pegasos and five horses on visor. Rv. Club right; below, Nike standing left, holding wreath, between two monograms; all within oak wreath. 16.67 grams. SNG Copenhagen -. SNG von Aulock -. SNG Lockett 2823. Pozzi 2452. Extremely Fine. (800-1000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, October 2001, Lot 1045.

84 IONIA. Phokaia. Ca. 478-387 B.C. EL Hekte. Head of Athena left, wearing crested Attic helmet decorated with griffin; below, seal. Rv. Quadripartite incuse square. 2.49 grams. Bodenstedt 91 (dies P/e?). SNG von Aulock 2131-2. SNG Copenhagen 1028. Very Fine. (1,000-1,200)

85 ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Kos. Ca. 400-380 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Athanion, magistrate. Bearded head of Herakles left, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Crab; below, club; all within dotted square border within incuse square. 14.36 grams. Ingvaldsen issue 1, 17a (010/ R14) = R. J. H. Ashton, "The Hecatomnus Hoard: Cos," CH IX, 20b (A7/P15, this coin). BMFA2018 (same dies). Light corro- sion. Toned. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Triton I, December 1997, Lot 543; Hecatomnus Hoard.

86 ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Kos. Ca. 285-258 B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Leodamas, magistrate. Youthful head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Crab; below, bow in bow-case; all within dotted square border. 15.06 grams. P. Requier, "Les premiers te- tradrachmes hellenistiques de Cos," SNR 75 (1996), 43 (D10/R37). SNG Berry 1116. SNG Copenhagen 627 (same obv. die). Medium gray toning with darker shades in the recessed areas. Good Very Fine. (2,500-3,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex CNG 78, May 2008, Lot 829.

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Attractive Early Tetradrachm from Rhodes

87 ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Rhodes. Ca. 408/7-404 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Reverse die signed by Tauro... Head of Helios facing slightly right. Rv. Rose with buds to left and right; all within shallow circular incuse. 15.05 grams. R. J. H. Ashton, 'The Heca- tomnus Hoard: Appendix. Catalogues of the early silver coinage of Rhodes," CH IX, 49b (A32/P42) = D. Berend, "Les tetradrachmes de Rhodes de la premiere periode, ler partie," SNR 51 (1972), 21 (this coin). Ashton 6. Extremely rare - only one of three known with the Tauro... signature. Attractive style. Choice Very Fine. (6,000-8,000)

The earliest coinage from the island of Rhodes was produced by three independent towns: Kamiros, Lindos and lalysos. None of these archaic coinages appear to have been resumed after 480 B.C. Curiously, the island had no coinage of its own after this date until the union of the three cities into one state with a new federal capital, Rhodes, in 408 B.C. From early times the island assumed a position of considerable commercial importance. Its prosperity came mainly from the carrying trade. It was a distribution center of Levantine and especially Phoenician goods. Its colonies not only extended eastward along the southern coast of Asia Minor, but also to the west as far as Gela in Sicily and Rhegion in southern Italy. Prior to the union, the towns of Kamiros, Lindos and lalysos were members of the Delian League. In the absence of coinage it may be assumed that their annual assessment was in ships for the allied fleet. In 412 the island revolted from Athens and became the headquarters of the Peloponnesian fleet. The pressures of financing and conducting the war with Athens, which lasted from 412/11 to 407 B.C., un- doubtedly provided the catalyst for the union and the creation of a new and extensive coin issue. The choice of Helios, the sun-god, as the identifying symbol of the new city was based on the fact that the citizens of all three of the original towns claimed descent from Helios, to whom, according to Pindar, the whole island was sacred.

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex our sale of the Lawrence R. Stack Collection, January 2008, Lot 2247; David P. Herman Collection (CNG 73, September 2006, Lot 373); Elsen 61, March 2000, Lot 150; 1971 Marmaris Hoard (IGCH 1209).

88 ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Rhodes. Ca. 275-250 B.C. AR Didrachm. Herasikles, magistrate. Head of Helios facing slightly right. Rv. Rose with bud to right; in left field, Phrygian helmet right. 6.78 grams. Ashton 187. SNG Keckman -. SNG Copenhagen 738. Minor flan flaws. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ponterio 61, February 1993, Lot 240.

89 ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Rhodes. Ca. 250-229 B.C. AR Didrachm. Mnasimachos, magistrate. Radiate head of Helios facing slightly right. Rv. Rose, bud to right; to left, Athena standing left, hold- ing Nike. 6.80 grams. Ashton 208. SNG Keckman 537-9. Perfectly centered and lightly toned. Extremely Fine. (800-1,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

High-Grade Rhodian Didrachm

90 ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Rhodes. Ca. 250-229 B.C. AR Didradim.

Mnasimachos, magistrate. Radiate head of Helios facing slightly right. Rv. Rose, bud to right; to left, Athena standing left, hold- ing Nike. 6.62 grams. Ashton 208. SNG Keckman 537-9. Nearly Extremely Fine. (800-1,000)

91 SATRAPS OF CARIA. Hekatomnos, 392/1-377/6 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Zeus Labraundos standing right, holding labrys and lotus-tipped scepter. Rv. Roaring lion crouching right within circular incuse. 14.68 grams. K. Konuk, "The Hecatomnus Hoard: Hecatomnus (c. 392-377 B.C.)," CH IX, 50 (A6/P21, this coin). SNG Keckman -. SNG Kayhan 868-9. SNG von Aulock 2354. SNG Copenhagen -. Corrosion on obverse. Very Fine. (500-600) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Lx Superior, Decem- ber 1999, Lot 1505; Berk 80, January 1994, Lot 163; Hecatomnus Hoard.

92 SATRAPS OF CARIA. Hidrieus, ca. 351/0-344/3 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Laureate head of Apollo facing slightly right. Rv. Zeus Labraundos standing right, holding labrys and lotus-tipped scep- ter; in left field, small I. 14.98 grams. S. Hurter, "The Tixodarus Hoard': A Summary," Essays Price pi. 33, 45. SNG Keckman -. SNG Kayhan -. SNG von Aulock -. SNG Copenhagen -. Artistic portrait of Apollo. Minor porosity on reverse. Good Very Fine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Lx Ponterio, No- vember 2000, Lot 428.

93 SATRAPS OF CARIA. Pixodaros, ca. 341/0-336/5 B.C. AR Di-

drachm. Laureate head of Apollo facing slightly right, drapery tied at neck. Rv. Zeus Labraundos standing right, holding labrys and lotus-tipped scepter. 6.99 grams. K. Konuk, "The Pixodarus Hoard: The Hecatomnids," CH IX, -. SNG Keckman 280. SNG Kayhan 891- 2. SNG von Aulock 2375-6. SNG Copenhagen 596-7. Light golden toning around the devices. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

94 CILICIA. Mallos. Ca. 390-385 B.C. AR Stater. Beardless male, winged,

kneeling right, holding solar disk with both hands. Rv. Swan stand- ing right; before, tunny. 9.31 grams. O. Casabonne, "Conquete perse et phenomene monetaire," Varia Anatolica XII, p. 25, 8. SNG BN -. SNG Levante -. SNG Levante suppl. -. SNG von Aulock -. SNG Copenhagen -. SNG Delepierre -. Cf. BMC 15 (swan left and ankh symbol). Numerous small pits. Toned. Very Fine. (900-1,200)

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CILICIA. Nagidos. Ca. 400-385/4 B.C. AR Stater. Aphrodite seated left, sacrificing out of patera held over garlanded altar to left; to right, Eros standing left, crowning her with wreath. Rv. Dionysos standing left, holding grape bunch on vine and thyrsos; in left field, A within circle above, N (retrograde) below. 10.69 grams. Lederer 26 (same dies). SNG BN -. SNG Levante -. SNG Levante suppl. -. Short die break on obverse and typical light die rust. Extremely Eine. (400-500)

From the same dies as the following lot.

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG 41, March 1997, Lot 628.

CILICIA. Nagidos. Ca. 400-385/4 B.C. AR Stater. Aphrodite seated left, sacrificing out of patera held over garlanded altar to left; to right, Eros standing left, crowning her with wreath. Rv. Dionysos standing left, holding grape bunch on vine and thyrsos; in left field, A within circle above, N (retrograde) below. 10.59 grams. Lederer 26 (same dies). SNG BN -. SNG Levante -. SNG Levante suppl. -. Short die break on obverse and typical light die rust. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

From the same dies as the previous lot.

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

CILICIA. Tarsos. Datames, satrap, 384-361/0 B.C. AR Stater. Ca. 378-372 B.C. Female head facing slightly left, wearing earring and necklace. Rv. Bearded male head (Ares?) right, wearing crested Attic helmet. 10.70 grams. SNG BN 258. SNG Levante 78. Toned. Obverse a touch softly struck. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ponterio 61, February 1993, Lot 268.

CILICIA. Tarsos. Mazaios, satrap, 361/0-334 B.C. AR Stater. Baaltars seated left, holding eagle, grain ear, grapes and scepter; 102 in lower left field and below throw, control letters. Rv. Lion attack- ing bull to left; below, monogram. 10.78 grams. SNG BN -. SNG Levante 106. Spotty toning. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Coin Galleries,

June 1997, Lot 243.

KINGS OF SYRIA. Seleukos I Nikator, 312-281 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Seleukeia on the Tigris (I), ca. 300-295/ 6 B.C. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding Nike and scepter; in left field, monogram; below throne, AT 17.04 grams. SC 117.1c. ESM 4. Hoover 12i. Light golden toning around the devices. Extremely Fine. (500-600)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Corny 82, April 1997, Lot 147.

100 KINGS OF SYRIA. Seleukos I Nikator, 312-281 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. In the name of Alexander III of Macedon. Ekbatana, ca. 311-ca. 295 B.C. Head of Herakles right, wearing lion's skin headdress. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding eagle and scepter; in left field and below throne, monograms. 17.15 grams. SC 202.1. Price 3883. ESM 429. Hoover 9e. Reverse struck a little off center. Good Very Fine. (300-400)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ea Galerie Nu- mismatique IX, January 2007, Lot 71.

101 KINGS OF SYRIA. Antiochos I Soter, 281-261 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Seleukeia on the Tigris. Diademed head of Antiochos I right. Rv. Apollo seated left on omphalos, testing arrow and resting hand on grounded bow; in outer fields, monograms. 16.87 grams. SC 379.3a. ESM 149. Hoover 128g. Lightly toned. Good Very Fine. (300-400)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ea Galerie Nu- mismatique IX, January 2007, Lot 184.

KINGS OF SYRIA. Alexander I Balas, 152-145 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Antioch. Diademed head of Alexander I right. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding Nike and scepter; in inner left field, monogram; in exergue, date (ESP) and monogram. 15.93 grams. SC 1784.5b. Hoover 875a. Light toning. Nearly Extremely Fine. (300-400) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Ponterio 91, November 1997, Lot 124.

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103 KINGS OF SYRIA. Demetrios II Nikator, first reign, 146-138

B.C. AR Tetradrachm. Antioch, S.E. 168 (145/4 B.C.). Diademed head of Demetrios II right, wreath border. Rv. Apollo seated left on omphalos, testing arrow and resting hand on grounded bow; in outer left field, palm branch; above knee and between feet; monograms; in exergue, date (H5P). 16.42 grams. SC 1906.6b. Hoover 957d. Light porosity. Toned. Very Fine. (300-400)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Freeman & Sear 7, February 2002, Lot 172; Hirsch 82, February 1993, Lot 197.

104 KINGS OF SYRIA. Antiochos VII Euergetes, 138-129 B.C. AR

Tetradrachm. Posthumous Cappadocian imitation. Diademed head of Antiochos VII right. Rv. Athena standing left, holding Nike and resting hand on grounded shield, spear leaning against arm; to outer left, monogram above A; to inner left, O; to inner right. A; all within laurel wreath. 16.41 grams. SC 2148. Hoover 1068. Choice EE (NGC). (200-300)

105 KINGS OF SYRIA. Demetrios II Nikator, second reign, 129-125

B.C. AR Tetradrachm. S.E. 185 (128/7 B.C.). Diademed head of Demetrios II right. Rv. Zeus seated left, holding Nike and scepter; below throne, monogram; in exergue, date (EIIP) and monogram. 16.61 grams. SC 2201. Hoover 1117g. Light porosity in fields. Good Very Fine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Superior, June 2000, Lot 3603.

106 PHOENICIA. Byblos. Addirmilk, ca. 375-351/0 B.C. AR Dishekel. Three hoplites with shields in galley sailing left over waves; roar- ing lion's head at prow; below, hippocamp left above murex shell; above dorsal fin, Phoenician 'AAZ'. Rv. Lion attacking bull to left. 13.20 grams. Cf. Betlyon 18 (four hoplites). Hoover 136. Light scratches on obverse. Extremely Fine. (600-800)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

107 PHOENICIA. Tyre. 126/5 B.C.-A.D. 65. AR Shekel. Year 72 (55/4 B.C.). Laureate bust of Herakles-Melqart right, lion's skin draped around neck. Rv. Eagle standing left on ship's ram, palm branch over shoulder; in left field, date (OB) above dub; in right field, monogram; between legs, aleph . 13.67 grams. J. Rouvier, "Nu- mismatique des villes de la Phenicie: Tyr," JIAN (1903), 2055. Cf. BMC 163. Hoover 357. Minor marks and light porosity on obverse. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Lx Coin Galleries, November 1993, Lot 99.

108 JUDAEA. Jewish War, 66-70 C.E. AR Shekel. Year 2 (67/8 C.E.). 'Shekel of Israel', Omer cup with beaded rim; above, 'Year 2'. Rv. 'Jerusalem the holy', stem with pearled bottom and three pome- granates. 13.92 grams. TJC 193. Hendin 659. Light toning. Very Fine. (1,800-2,200)

109 JUDAEA. Bar Kochba Revolt, 132-135 C.E. AR Sela. Undated, attributed to year 3 (134/ 5 C.E.). 'Shimon', facade of the Temple of Jerusalem with ark and scrolls, viewed from end in center; above, star. Rv. 'For the freedom of Jerusalem', lulav with etrog at left. 14.70 grams. Mildenberg 59.6 (0132 /R45, this coin). TJC 267. Hendin 711. Overstruck. Toned. Good Very Fine. (1,800-2,200)

110 JUDAEA. Bar Kochba Revolt, 132-135 C.E. AR Zuz. Undated,

attributed to year 3 (134/ 5 C.E.). Hebrew legend 'Shimon' in two lines within wreath. Rv. 'For the freedom of Jerusalem', elongated kithara with three strings. 3.20 grams. Mildenberg 130 (019 /R67). TJC 272. Hendin 718. Overstruck on an uncertain drachm of Trajan. Light toning. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

111 JUDAEA. Bar Kochba Revolt, 132-135 C.E. JE 24 mm. Undated,

attributed to year 3 (134/ 5 C.E.). 'Shimon', seven-branched palm tree with two bunches of dates. Rv. 'For the freedom of Jerusalem', vine leaf on tendril. 10.94 grams. Mildenberg 128 (010/ R92). TJC 292. Hendin 736. Original dark green patina with earthen high- lights. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

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112 KINGS OF EGYPT. Ptolemy II Philadelphos, 285-246 B.C. JE 29

mm. Tyre. Head of Zeus- Ammon right, hair bound with taenia. Rv. Eagle with folded wings standing left on thunderbolt; in left field, club. 19.53 grams. Cf. Svoronos 708. cf. Weiser 55. cf. SNG Copenhagen 495. Brown patina. Extremely Fine. (300-400) From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

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113 KINGS OF EGYPT. Ptolemy III Euergetes, 246-222 B.C. JE 41 mm.

Alexandria. Head of Zeus-Ammon right, hair bound with taenia.

Rv. Eagle with folded wings standing left on thunderbolt; in left field, filleted cornucopiae; between legs, monogram. 71.90 grams. Svoronos 964. Weiser 71. SNG Copenhagen 171. Dark brown patina with sandy green overtones. Good Very Fine. (200-300)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

114 ZEUGITANI A. Carthage. Ca. 213-210 B.C. AR 1 / 2 Shekel. Second

Punic War issue. For use in Sicily. Laureate head of Melqart left. Rv. Elephant walking right; below, Punic 'A'. 2.85 grams. A. Bur- nett, 'The Enna Hoard and the Silver Coinage of the Syracusan Democracy," SNR 62 (1983), 116. SNG Copenhagen 383. Flan flaws. Good Very Fine. (600-800)

Struck to pay the soldiers fighting in the Sicilian campaign during the Second Punic War, it has been argued that the portrait on this coin is that of Hannibal or Hamilcar instead of Melqart.

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex CNG 54, June 2000, Lot 425.

115 BAKTRIA. Sophytes, ca. 305-294 B.C. AR Diobol. Imitating

Athens. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet; behind, grape bunch (nearly off flan). Rv. Owl with wings folded standing right, head facing; behind, olive-spray and crescent; all within incuse square. 1 .60 grams. O. Bopearachchi, "Sophytes, the Enigmatic Ruler," NomKhron 15 (1996), series lA. SNG ANS 9. Rare. Light porosity. Darkly toned. Very Fine. (200-250)

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KINGS OF BAKTRIA. Diodotos I, ca. 255-235 B.C. AV Stater.

Near Ai Khanoum (Kritt 'Mint A). Diademed head of Diodotos I right. Rv. Zeus Bremetes advancing left, wielding thunderbolt and brandishing aegis; in inner left field, N; at feet to left, eagle with open wings standing left. 7.84 grams. Cf. Holt C/2 (drachm). Kritt -. Bopearachchi -. SNG ANS -. Triton XIII, 249 (same dies). Very rare. Light scratches and a few scuff marks, repaired (test cut on head filled and reengraved). Good Very Fine. (2,000-2,500)

KINGS OF BAKTRIA. Eukratides I, ca. 171-145 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Diademed and draped bust right, wearing helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear. Rv. The Dioskouroi on horseback right, each holding spear and palm; to lower right, monogram. 16.87 grams. Bopearachchi 6E. SNG ANS 465. Nearly Extremely Fine. (800-1000)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

Heroic Bust

KINGS OF BAKTRIA. Eukratides I, ca. 171-145 B.C. AR Tet- radrachm. Diademed and draped bust heroic bust left, holding spear, wearing helmet adorned with bull's horn and ear. Rv. The Dioskouroi on horseback right, each holding spear and palm; to lower right, monogram. 16.47 grams. Bopearachchi 8B. SNG ANS 485. Minor porosity. Lightly toned. Very Fine. (2,500-3,000) From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins.

KINGS OF PARTHIA. Arsakes I, ca. 247-211 B.C. AR Drachm. Uncertain mint, perhaps Hekatompylos . Head of Arsakes I left, wearing bashlyk. Rv. Archer seated right, holding bow; below bow, A. Sell wood 5.1 (Arsakes II). Shore 3 (Arsakes II). Rare. Extremely Fine. (1,500-2,000)

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120 KINGS OF PARTHIA. Mithradates II, ca. 123-88 B.C. AR Drachm.

Ekbatana. Diademed and draped bust of Mithradates II left, wear- ing neck torque which ends in sea-horse. Rv. Archer seated right on throne, holding bow. 4.18 grams. Sellwood 26.1. Shore 77. Nice portrait with full beard. Toned. Extremely Fine. (150-200)

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roman republican coinage

121 L. Censorinus, 82 B.C. AR Denarius. Rome. Laureate head of Apollo right. Rv. Marsyas standing left, extending arm and holding wine skin over shoulder; to right, column surmounted by draped figure. 3.85 grams. Crawford 363 /Id. Sydenham 737. Marcia 24. Extremely Fine. (200-300)

122 Julius Caesar, 47-46 B.C. AR Denarius. Mobile military mint in North Africa. Diademed head of Venus right. Rv. Aeneas advanc- ing left, holding palladium and carrying Anchises. 3.84 grams. Crawford 458/1. HCRI 55. Sydenham 1013. RSC 12. Attractive old toning. Good Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Syracuse Collection of Ancient Coins. Ex Tony Hardy Collection (CNG 64, September 2003, Lot 823).

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Lustrous Julius Caesar Aureus

124 Julius Caesar, 46 B.C. AV Aureus. Rome. A. Hirtius, praetor. Veiled female head (Pietas or Vesta?) right. Rv. Lituus, capis and axe. 7.90 grams. Crawford 466/1. HCRI 56. Calico 37b. Sydenham 1018. Good Very Fine. (4,000-6,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

Well-Centered Julius Caesar Aureus

125 Julius Caesar, 46 B.C. AV Aureus. Rome. A. Hirtius, praetor. Veiled

female head (Pietas or Vesta?) right. Rv. Lituus, capis and axe. 8.03 grams. Crawford 466/ 1. HCRI 56. Calico 37. Sydenham 1018. Very Fine. (3,000-4,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

Julius Caesar, 47-46 B.C. AR Denarius. Mobile military mint in North Africa. Diademed head of Venus right. Rv. Aeneas advancing left, holding palladium and carrying Anchises. 3.88 grams. Crawford 458/1. HCRI 55. Sydenham 1013. RSC 12. Very Fine. (300-400)

Extremely Fine AV Aureus

126 L. Cestius and C. Norbanus, 43 B.C. AV Aureus. Rome. Draped bust of Sibyl right. Rv. Cybele seated left, holding patera and resting arm on tympanum, driving biga of lions left. 8.05 grams. Crawford 491/2. HCRI 196. Calico 5. Bahrfeldt 26. Sydenham 1155. Struck from rusty dies. Ex- tremely Fine. (8,000-12,000)

Africa Obverse Aureus

127 L. Cestius and C. Norbanus, 43 B.C. AV Aureus. Rome. Draped bust of Africa right, wearing elephant's

skin headdress. Rv. Crested Corinthian helmet to right set on curule chair, the legs of which are orna- mented with eagles. 8.06 grams. Crawford 491 / la. HCRI 195. Sydenham 1153. Calico 3. Minor marks in obverse field. Nearly Extremely Fine. (6,000-8,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

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Return of the Legionary Standards

128 Augustus, 27 B.C.-A.D. 14. AR Denarius. Uncertain Spanish mint, probably Tarraco, ca. 19 B.C. Bare head of Augustus left / Round shield inscribed CL • V, between legionary eagle and standard. 3.83 133

grams. RIC 86b. BMC 420. RSC 267. Flan a little crude, otherwise lightly toned and lustrous. Extremely Fine. (500-600)

The reverse celebrates Augustus's diplomatic success in obtaining the return of the Roman legionary standards that had been captured by Parthia several decades earlier when Crassus's invasion army was annihilated.

129 Nero Claudius Drusus, 1 9 B.C. AR Denarius. Lugdunum, under

Claudius, ca. A.D. 41 /2 . Laureate head of Nero Claudius Drusus left. Rv. Two oblong shields, two pairs of spears and two trumpets arranged over vexillum. RIC 74. BMC 107. RSC 6. Die shift. Dark toning. Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

130 Gaius Caligula, with Divus Augustus, A.D. 37-41. AR Denarius.

Lugdunum, A.D. 37-38. Laureate head of Gaius Caligula right. Rv. Radiate head of Divus Augustus right. 3.68 grams. RIC 16. BMC 17. RSC 2. Surface marks. Toned. Very Fine. (1,400-1,800)

Attractive Dynastic Denarius of Claudius and Nero

131 Claudius, with Nero, as Caesar, A.D. 41-54. AR Denarius. Rome,

A.D. 50-54. Laureate head of Claudius right. Rv. Draped bust 135 of Nero left. 3.53 grams. RIC 83. BMC 80. RSC 5. A few light scrapes and minor porosity. Light gray-brown toning. Extremely Fine. (2,000-2,500)

Bosco Reale Nero Aureus

132 Nero, A.D. 54-68. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 65/6. Laureate head of Nero right. Rv. Salus seated left, holding patera. 7.29 grams.

RIC 59. BMC 87. WCN 28. Calico 443a. Cohen 313. reddish tone characteristic of coins from the Bosco Reale Hoard. Good Very 137 Fine. (5,000-7,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

Nero, A.D. 54-68. JE Sestertius. Lugdunum, ca. A.D. 65. Laureate head of Nero left, globe at point of bust. Rv. The Temple of Janus with latticed window on left, garland hung across closed double doors on right. 24.21 grams. RIC 439. BMC 320. WCN 426. Cohen -. Minor roughness in some areas of legend, otherwise very well centered and nicely struck. Attractive dark green patina. Extremely Fine. (1,000-1,500)

Nero, A.D. 54-68. JE Sestertius. Rome. Laureate bust of Nero right, wearing aegis. Rv. View of one front of the temple of Janus, with latticed window to left and garland hung across closed double doors to right. 25.67 grams. RIC 266. BMC 161. WCN 139. Cohen 152. A wonderful portrait of Nero. Scattered porosity. Brown patina. Good Very Fine. (1,500-2,000)

Bold Vespasian Aureus

Vespasian, A.D. 69-79. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 76. Laureate head of Vespasian right. Rv. Cow standing right. 7.28 grams. RIC 840. BMC 176. Calico 622. Cohen 117. Good Very Fine. (5,000-7,000) From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

Vespasian, A.D. 69-79. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 77/8. Laureate head of Vespasian right. Rv. Emperor standing left, holding spear and parazonium; behind him. Victory standing left, crowning him with wreath and holding palm. 6.92 grams. RIC 935. BMC 204. Calico 624. Cohen 130. Possibly ex jewelry. Fine. (1,000-1,500) From the Querendon Collection.

Trajan, A.D. 98-117. JE As. Rome, A.D. 101/2. Laureate bust of Trajan right, slight drapery on far shoulder. Rv. Victory advanc- ing left, holding shield inscribed S P / Q R in two lines and palm. 10.52 grams. Cf. RIC 434 (no drapery). BMC 753. Cohen 640. Minor roughness. Green patina. Very Fine. (200-250)

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138 Trajan, A.D. 98-117. JE Sestertius. Rome, ca. A.D. 103. Laureate bust

of Trajan right, slight drapery on far shoulder. Rv. Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopiae, right foot spurning Dacian. 27.85 grams. RIC 503. BMC 800. Cohen 407. Light and scattered pin-prick pitting. Dark olive-green patina. Good Very Fine. (800-1000)

Commemorating Trajan's Parthian Campaign

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Trajan, A.D. 98-117. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 116. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Trajan right. Rv. PARTHIA CAPTA in exergue, trophy between two captives seated back to back . 7.24 grams. RIC 324. BMC 603. Calico 1035a. Cohen 184. Very Fine. (4,000-5,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

Hadrian, A.D. 117-138. AV Aureus. Rome, ca. A.D. 124-128. Lau- reate bust of Hadrian right, slight drapery on far shoulder. Rv.

143

She-wolf standing left, suckling the twins Romulus and Remus. The whole set in an ornate modern gold mount with chain. Overall weight; 38.80 grams. RIC 193d. Calico 1233. BMC 448. Cohen -. Small ding in field and light scrape in hair. Coin appears to have been carefully set in mount so as to incur little or no damage. Very Fine. (2,500-3,000)

Hadrian, A.D. 117-138. JE Sestertius. Rome, ca. A.D. 124-128. Laureate bust of Hadrian right, slight drapery on far shoulder. Rv. Virtus standing left, foot resting on helmet, holding parazonium and reversed spear. 22.92 grams. RIC 638. BMC 1307. Cohen 356. Minor porosity. Tan patina. Very Fine. (300-400)

Hadrian, A.D. 117-138. AV Aureus. Rome, ca. A.D. 134-138. Bare bust of Hadrian right, slight drapery on far shoulder. Rv. Victory standing left, holding eagle with wreath in beak and palm. 6.91 grams. RIC 284. BMC 768. Calico 1398. Cohen 1459. Good Fine. (2,500-3,500)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

Lustrous Antoninus Pius Aureus

Antoninus Pius, A.D. 138-161. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 145-147. Laureate and cuirassed bust of Antoninus Pius right. Rv. Roma seated left, holding palladium and scepter; at her side, shield. 7.40 grams. Cf. RIC 147 (bust). BMC 561, pi. XII, 7 (same obv. die). Calico 1658 (this coin illus.). Cf. Cohen 937-7 (bust). Nearly Extremely Fine. (5,000-7,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei. Ex our January 2004 sale, Lot 40; Ratto, January 1955, Lot 729.

Superb Marcus Aurelius Aureus

144 Marcus Aurelius, as Caesar, A.D. 138-161. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 147 / 8. Bare-headed and draped bust of Marcus Aurelius right. Rv. Fides standing right, holding two grain ears and basket of fruits. 7.17 grams. RIC 440b. BMC 641. Calico 1926. Cohen 610. High relief and well centered. Underlying lustre. Superb Extremely Fine. (12,500-15,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei. Ex Coin Galleries, December 2004, Lot 43.

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Marcus Aurelius, A.D. 161-180. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 166/7. 146

Laureate and cuirassed bust of Marcus Aurelius right. Rv. Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm. 7.23 grams. RIC 172. BMC 444. Calico 1996 (this coin illus.). Cohen -. Light scratches in field before Victory. Mount removed. Extremely Fine. (3,000-4,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

Marcus Aurelius, A.D. 161-180. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 168. Lau- reate head of Marcus Aurelius right. Rv. Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm. 6.96 grams. RIC 194. BMC 471. Calico 2008 (same rev. die as illus). Cohen 903. Scratches along edges. Ex jewelry. Nearly Extremely Fine. (3,000-4,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

Pair of Superb Lucius Verus Aurei from the Same Dies

147 Lucius Verus, A.D. 161-169. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 163/4. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Lucius Verus right. Rv. Victory standing right, attaching shield inscribed VIC/AVG in two lines to palm tree. 7.29 grams. RIC 525. BMC 296, note. Calico 2177 (same dies as illus.). Cohen -. Attractive subdued lustre. Superb Extremely Fine. (12,500-15,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei.

148 Lucius Verus, A.D. 161-169. AV Aureus. Rome, A.D. 163/4. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Lucius Verus right. Rv. Victory standing right, attaching shield inscribed VIC / AVG in two lines to palm tree. 7.33 grams. RIC 525. BMC 296, note. Calico 2177 (same dies as illus.). Cohen -. Lustrous. Superb Extremely Fine. (12,500-15,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

Choice Caracalla Aureus

149 Caracalla, A.D. 198-217. AV Aureus. Rome. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Caracalla right. Rv. Emperor, as Sol, standing facing, head left, holding globe and inverted spear. 7.12 grams. RIC 39a. BMC 163. Calico 2804. Cohen 541. Choice. Extremely Fine. (12,500-15,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei. Ex Stack's, January 2004, Lot 48.

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150 Julia Paula, Augusta, A.D. 219-220. AR Denarius. Rome, A.D. 220. Draped bust of Julia Paula right. Rv. Concordia seated left, holding patera; in left field, star. 3.64 grams. RIC 211. BMC 172. RSC 6a. Good Very Fine. (200-300)

Superb Maximianus Aureus

151 Maximianus, first reign, A.D. 286-305. AV Aureus. Antioch, A.D.

293. Laureate head of Maximianus right. Rv. Emperor standing left, holding globe and scepter; SMAZ*. 5.36 grams. RIC 4. Calico 4625. Depeyrot 9/2. Small patch of roughness on reverse. Superb Extremely Eine. (6,000-8,000)

From the Sanpex Collection of Roman Aurei. Ex CNR 22/1, 1997, No. 43.

152 Julian II, A.D. 360-363. AR Siliqua. Lugdunum, A.D. 360. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Julian II right. Rv. Votive legend in four lines within wreath; PLVG. 1.66 grams. RIC 227. RSC 163+b. Minor porosity. Lightly toned. Good Very Pine. (200-250)

153 Valens, A.D. 364-378. AV Solidus. Treveri, A.D. 373-375. Diademed,

draped and cuirassed bust of Valens right. Rv. The two emperors enthroned facing, holding between them globe; above. Victory; be- tween legs, palm branch; TROBT. 4.38 grams. RIC 17e.4. Depeyrot 43/2. Small flan crack at 12:00 where mount was removed. Very Pine. (400-500)

From the Querendon Collection.

154 Valentinian I, A.D. 364-375. AV Solidus. Lugdunum, A.D. 365. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian I right. Rv. Emperor standing facing, head right, holding labarum and Victory on globe; SMLVG. 4.45 grams. RIC la.l. Depeyrot 10/1. Very rare. Extremely Fine. (800-1000)

155 Honorius, A.D. 393-423. AV Solidus. Ravenna, A.D. 402-406. Dia- demed, draped and cuirassed bust of Honorius right. Rv. Emperor standing right, holding long cross and Victory on globe, spurning captive with foot; R-V / COMOB. 4.43 grams. RIC 1287. Ranieri 11. Depeyrot 7 / 1 . Good Very Pine. (500-600)

From the Querendon Collection.

156 Valentinian III, A.D. 425-455. AV Solidus. Rome, ca. A.D. 440-455. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian III right. Rv. Emperor standing facing, foot on human-headed coiled serpent, holding long cross and Victory on globe; R-M / / COMOB. 4.46 grams. RIC 2014. Depeyrot 46/1. Old collection number in India ink on reverse. Obverse die a little worn. Good Very Pine. (800-1,000) From the Querendon Collection.

157 Valentinian III, A.D. 425-455. AV Solidus. Ravenna, ca. A.D. 430- ca. 445. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian III right. Rv. Emperor standing facing, foot on human-headed coiled serpent, holding long cross and Victory on globe; R-V / / COMOB. 4.43 grams. RIC 2018. Cf. Ranieri 96. Depeyrot 17/1. Old collection number in India ink on reverse. Good Very Pine. (800-1,000) From the Querendon Collection.

158 Valentinian III, A.D. 425-455. AV Solidus. Ravenna, ca. A.D. 430- ca. 445. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian III right. Rv. Emperor standing facing, foot on human-headed coiled serpent, holding long cross and Victory on globe; R-V / / COMOB. 4.34 grams. RIC 2018. Cf. Ranieri 96. Depeyrot 17/1. Old collection number in India ink on reverse. Worn obverse die. Good Very Pine. (800-1,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

159 Valentinian III, A.D. 425-455. AV Solidus. Ravenna, ca. A.D. 430-

ca. 445. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian III right. Rv. Emperor standing facing, foot on human-headed coiled serpent, holding long cross and Victory on globe; R-V / / COMOB. 4.36 grams. RIC 2018. Cf. Ranieri 96. Depeyrot 17/1. Old collection number in India ink on reverse. Small area of filing on edge. Good Very Pine. (800-1,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

160 Valentinian III, A.D. 425-455. AV Tremissis. Ravenna, ca. A.D.

440-455. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian III right. Rv. Cross within wreath with ties formed XIIX; CONOB. 1.38 grams. Cf. RIC 2060 (COMOB). Cf. Ranieri 105-7. Depeyrot 47/7 (Rome). Very Pine. (300-400)

From the Querendon Collection.

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161 Justinian I, 527-565. IE Follis. Constantinople, regnal year 13 (539/40). Helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justinian I facing, holding globus cruciger and shield; in right field, cross. Rv. Large M; above, cross; Til CON. 24.56 grams. DOC 38c. SB 163. Brown patina. Extremely Fine (NGC). (200-300)

162 Phocas, 602-610. AV Solidus. Constantinople, 607-610. Crowned, draped and cuirassed bust of Phocas facing, holding globus cruciger. Rv. Angel standing facing, holding staff surmounted by Christogram and globus cruciger; E / / CONOB. 4.48 grams. DOC lOe. SB 620. Underlying lustre. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

163 Leo IV, the Khazar, 775-780. AV Solidus. Constantinople, 778-780. Leo IV, on left, and Constantine VI, on right, seated facing on double throne; above, cross. Rv. Facing busts of Leo III, on left, and Constantine V, on right; above, cross; between, pellet. 4.33 grams. DOC 2. SB 1584. A couple of scratches and random marks. Very Fine. (250-300)

from the Querendon Collection.

2x photo

164 Theophilus, 829-842. AV Semissis. Syracuse, 831-842. Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing chlamys, holding globus cruciger. Rv. Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing loros, holding globus cruciger. 1.63 grams. DOC 26b. SB 1673. Lustrous. Choice Extremely Fine. (300-400)

165 Theophilus, 829-842. AV Semissis. Syracuse, 831-842. Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing chlamys, holding globus cruciger. Rv. Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing loros, holding globus cruciger. 1.73 grams. DOC 26b. SB 1673. Extremely Fine. (250-300)

From the Querendon Collection.

166 Theophilus, 829-842. AV Semissis. Syracuse, 831-842. Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing chlamys, holding globus cruciger. Rv. Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing loros, holding globus cruciger. 1.77 grams. DOC 26b. SB 1673. Extremely Fine. (250-300)

From the Querendon Collection.

167 Constantine IX Monomachus, 1042-1055. AV Histamenon Nomi-

sma. Constantinople. Christ, nimbate, seated facing on throne with curved arms, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Rv. Crowned facing bust of Constantine, holding cruciform scepter and globus cruciger with patriarchal cross. 4.39 grams. DOC la. SB 1828. Extremely Fine. (400-500)

168 Constantine X Ducas, 1059-1067. AV Histamenon Nomisma. Con- stantinople. Christ, nimbate, seated facing on throne with curved arms, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Rv. The Virgin, nimbate, on right, crowning emperor, on left, both standing facing. 4.32 grams. DOC 2. SB 1848. Good Very Fine. (200-300)

From the Querendon Collection.

169 Manuel I Comnenus, 1143-1180. AV Hyperpyron. Constantinople,

1167-1183(?). Bust of Christ, nimbate, facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Rv. Emperor standing facing, holding labarum and globus surmounted by patriarchal cross, being crowned by manus Dei above; four jewels on collar. 4.37 grams. DOC le. SB 1956. Obverse strongly double struck. Good Very Fine. (300-400)

From the Querendon Collection.

medieval coinage

170 LUXEMBOURG. Henri V, 1247-1281. AR Denier. Knight on

horseback charging left, sword raised and lion-shield on arm. Rv. Castle gate with keep behind. 0.69 grams. Weiller 5. Bernays & Vannerus 5. Toned. Very Fine. (200-300)

171 DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG. Jean I'Aveugle (John the Blind),

1309-1346. AR Demi-esterlin. Imitating a florin type halfpenny of Edward III. Marche-en-Famenne, 1344-1346. Crowned bust of king facing. Rv. Long cross pattee with trefoil of pellets in each angle. 0.59 grams. May hew 289 (same obv. die as 289b). Weiller 88 (same dies as illus. specimen). Bernays & Vannerus pp. 49-50, C. Very rare. Toned. Very Fine. (300-400)

172 KINGDOM OF SICILY. Frederick II, 1197-1250. AV Tari. Brin-

disi(?), ca. 1231-1250. Eagle facing, head left; pellet above left wing. Rv. Cross between IC XC/NI KA. 1.51 grams. Travaini 11. Spahr 66. MEC 529. Toned. Very Fine. (150-200)

From the Querendon Collection.

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173 INDIA. Gupta Empire. Chandragupta II, ca. A.D. 380-414. AV Stater. King standing left, holding ar-

row and bow; Garuda standard in background. Rv. The goddess Lakshmi seated facing cross-legged on lotus flower. 7.66 grams. Cf. Mitchiner, ACW 4796-810. Fine. (150-200)

From the Querendon Collection.

ANCIENT AND MEDIEVAL COIN GROUP LOTS

174 ATHENIAN AR (3). Includes: ☆ Classical Style Tetradrachm ☆ Classical Style Obol ☆ New Style Tetradrachm. Nearly Very Fine- Very Fine. (Total: 3 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (400-500)

175 HELLENISTIC AR and JE (3). Includes: ☆ Kings of Macedon. Alexander III. Tetradrachm ☆ Kings of Macedon. Philip III. Tetradrachm ☆ Kings of Egypt. Ptolemy III. JE Hemidrachm. Fine-Very Fine, the Philip III with a test cut on edge. (Total: 3 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (300-400)

176 HELLENISTIC AR Tetradrachms (3). Includes: ☆ Kings of Macedon. Philip II. Choice Very Fine

(NGC). Strike: 4/5, Surface 1/5. Test cuts ☆ Kings of Syria. Antiochos VII. Posthumous issue struck in Cappadocia. Choice Very Fine (NGC). Strike: 5/5, Surface: 2/5. Horn silver ☆ Kings of Egypt. Ptolemy XII. Choice Very Fine (NGC). Strike: 3/5, Surface: 4/5. (Total: 3 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (300-400)

177 GREEK AR and JE (4). Includes: ☆ Kings of Macedon. Philip II. AR Tetradrachm. NGC VF, test cut

and punch ☆ Islands off Thrace, Thasos. AR Tetradrachm. NGC Choice VF, edge marks ☆ Cimmerian Bosporos, Pantikapaion. Two different JE. NGC Choice VF and NGC VF. (Total: 4 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (300-400)

178 GREEK and ROMAN AR and JE (8). Includes: ☆ ISLANDS OFF CARIA. Rhodes. Didrachm ☆ Moe-

sia Inferior, Marcianopolis. Macrinus and Diadumenian. Pentassarion ☆ Trajan. Denarius, Sestertius and an As ☆ Marcus Aurelius. Denarius ☆ Philip II. Double Denarius ☆ Herennius Etruscus. Double Denarius. Mostly Very Fine. (Total: 8 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (400-500)

179 B AKTRIAN Nickle Double Units (3). Includes: ☆ Agathokles. Dionysos. Rv. Panther (2) ☆ Euthy demos

II. Apollo. Rv. Tripod (1). Fair-Fine. (Total: 3 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (200-250)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection.

180 SASANIAN and ROMAN AR (3). Includes: ☆ Sasanian Kingdom. Khusro II. Drachm ☆ L. Censo-

rinus. Denarius ☆ Elagabalus. Denarius. Very Fine-Extremely Fine, all toned. (Total: 3 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (200-300)

181 JEWISH JE (13). Includes: ☆ Alexander Jannaeus ☆ John Hyrcanus II ☆ Herod Archelaus (2) ☆

Coponius ☆ Marcus Ambibulus ☆ Valerius Gratus ☆ Pontius Pilate ☆ Antonius Felix (3) ☆ Porcius Festus ☆ Jewish War. Fine-Choice Very Fine, an attractive group. (Total: 13 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (400-500)

182 JEWISH /E (6). Includes: ☆ Alexander Jannaeus ☆ Agrippa I (3) ☆ Porcius Festus ☆ First Jewish War.

Fair-VF. (Total: 6 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (150-200)

183 ROMAN PROVINCIAL and IMPERIAL AR and JE (5). Includes: ☆ Moesia Superior, Viminacium. Philip I. NGC VF, smoothing ☆ Thrace, Augusta Traiana. Faustina II. NGC Choice VF, porosity ☆ Cilicia, Tarsus. Gordian III. NGC Fine, granularity ☆ Domitian. AR Denarius. NGC Choice VF, poros- ity ☆ Trajan. /E As. NGC VF, smoothing. (Total: 5 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (250-300)

184 ROMAN REPUBLICAN and IMPERIAL AR and JE (6). Includes: ☆ L. Sempronius Pitio. Denarius.

Extremely Fine (NGC). Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5. Edge cuts ☆ Vespasian. Fourree Denarius. Very Fine (NGC). Strike: 4/5, Surface: 2/5 ☆ Trajan. Denarius. Extremely Fine (NGC). Strike: 5/5, Surface: 4/5 ☆ Faustina I. JE Dupondius. Choice Very Fine (NGC). Strike: 3/5, Surface: 3/5 ☆ Marcus Aurelius. Denarius. Choice Very Fine (NGC). Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5 ☆ Severus Alexander. Denarius. Very Fine (NGC). Strike: 3/5, Surface: 3/5. (Total: 6 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (300-400)

185 ROMAN IMPERIAL AR and JE (3). Includes: ☆ Nero. Sestertius ☆ Marcus Aurelius. As ☆ Julia

Soaemias. Denarius. Very Fine-Good Very Fine, the sestertius smoothed and porous. (Total: 3 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (200-300)

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WORLD PAPER MONEY

Interesting Chinese Paper Money Group

Part of Lot 186

186 CHINA. Chi'ing Dynasty paper currency notes and others. The

earliest notes from a reference collection of Chinese banknotes of- fered here. Includes five pieces that appear to be from the Chi'ing era (Pick A1-A8 series), but not attributed as to denomination or regnal dates. Also, Peking units notes with partial attributions. Difficult series to attribute although these appear genuine and contemporary to the period. Must be seen. An interesting study group. (Total: 7 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS.(500-1,000)

187 CHINA. Reference collection of private banks and other Chi-

nese related paper money in binder pages. Old time reference collection, mostly all attributed to Pick (unsure of what edition, some appear to be renumbered), of mostly notes from the private banks in the 20th Century. Also included are some overprint items and provincial types. Mostly Fine to Very Fine, some better. Very damaged or low grade. Must be seen. An interesting grouping. All in paper money binder pages. (Total; 143 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (300-600)

188 CHINA. Collection of Central Bank notes mounted in binder

pages. Excellent run of Central Bank of China notes, mostly all attributed, and in binder pages for display. Colorful issues and excellent condition. Good percentage are EF or better with many Uncirculated notes on the well known types. Includes tall CGU notes and issues in all Chinese calligraphy. Superb reference starter set from this famous bank. Must be seen. (Total: 115 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (250-500)

189 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Five Dalere. Law of 4.4.1849. Pick 3. Very Fine. Hand dated in 1891, partially unclear. A scarcer denomination in this series of notes. A small juncture hole in the center and some soiling. Overall pleasing. (800-1,000)

Very Rare Date

190 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Ten Dalere. Law of 4.4.1849. Pick 4. Very Fine to Extremely Fine. No.5462. Hand dated January 1, 1901. Fully signed and issued note. A choice and bright note from a rare date on this type. (1,750-2,250)

191 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Ten Dalere. Law of 4.4.1849. Pick 4. Very Fine to Extremely Fine. No. 7089. Hand dated June 1, 1901. Fully signed and issued note. Boldly printed with folds more visible from the back. The face is bright, very appealing. (800-1,000)

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rather unique and impressive uniface copper printing plate. Single impression with wide borders. Overall size 205mm by 115mm. Polished from printing. There are a few scattered field scratches, but the plate is not cancelled. This plate is undoubtedly unique and is another fascinating specialty piece in this impressive selection of Danish West Indies numismatica. (1,500-2,500)

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193 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Eifty Dalere. Law of 4.4.1849. Pick 5. Choice Extremely Fine. A very choice example of this denomination on the series. Three signatures. Very crisp paper and a vibrant example. (2,000-3,000)

Exceptional Grade 1849 One Hundred Dalere

194 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. One Hundred Dalere. Law of 4.4.1849. Pick 6. Uncirculated. No.297. Hand dated January 20, 1850. Fully signed and issued note. A stunning example of a note that is rare in aU grades. This note is essentially as made. We note trace handling from over the years, but the condition is mind boggling to say the least. Seen from the back are two as made paper ripples from the printing process that are fairly well concealed in the gray color. An exceptional note for the finest collection. (8,000-10,000)

195 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Two Dalere. Laws of

4.4.1849 and 1898. Pick 8a. Choice Very Fine. No. 1369. Fully issued with seven signatures. Hand dated August 1, 1899. Much, much rarer than the ''blanks" with three signatures. (350-450)

196 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Two Dalere. Laws of

4.4.1849 and 1898. Pick 8r. Uncirculated. No.9325. Three signa- tures. Crisp and attractive. (175-225)

197 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Two Dalere. Laws of

4.4.1849 and 1898. Pick 8r. Uncirculated. No.9326. Three signa- tures. Consecutive to the previous example. Crisp and attrac- tive. (175-225)

198 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Two Dalere. Laws

of 4.4.1849 and 1898. Pick 8r. Extremely Fine. No.9122. Three signatures. Hard crease, seen mainly from the back. Some light toning. (150-200)

199 DANISH WEST INDIES. State Treasury. Two Dalere. Laws

of 4.4.1849 and 1898. Pick 8r. Extremely Fine. No.l9077. Three signatures. Hard crease, seen from the back mainly. (120-200)

High-Grade Five Francs Pick 17

200 DANISH WEST INDIES. National Bank of the Danish West Indies.

Five Francs in Gold. 1905. Pick 17. About Uncirculated. No.500,477. A rather rare note in any grade. This example boasts bold and fresh colors and displays only some light corner handling; otherwise it is as made at Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. over 100 years ago. The top edge sadly exhibits a former tape mounting trace. However, that does not diminish the importance of this note which is quite desirable for many collectors, including those of American Paper Currency. It was not long after this note was issued that these islands came to the United States in a rather wise acquisition. (4,000-5,000)

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Incredible Serial Number 1 Danish West Indies 20 Gold Francs

Last Sold in the 1995 Memphis Sale

201 DANISH WEST INDIES. National Bank of the Danish West Indies. Twenty Francs in Gold. 1905. Pick 19. Very Fine.

No. 000,001. This is truly an amazing example of great rarity, and it is exceptional in that it is the serial number one note of its type. It is rare in any grade with few seen. The pedigree chain is brief for this monumental Danish- American related museum piece. The note, according to the family it came from, was taken off the presses at Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. in London at the time of printing and went to Denmark. Obvi- ously, it was kept as a pocket piece as there are several vertical folds, handling, and some staining at the back right end which looks to have some glue traces (scrapbooked?). The note found its way through the family to Wisconsin of all places and the owner called R.M. Smythe & Co. (supplying them with an old article from a Danish newspaper about the note) about the

value of such a piece. It of course glided nicely into the 1995 Memphis Paper Auction by Smythe and was bought by the present consignor who has held it privately as the center of this superb holding of Danish West Indies paper money until now. The note is an important piece on many levels. Perhaps the most significant is its American relationship from what are now the Virgin Islands which were purchased for $25,000,000 in 1917. (An 1867 deal for $2,500,000 did not go through.) This series uses primarily English texts as this language was much preferred over Danish at the time and for many years prior. A priceless note which was estimated for $7,500 and up way back in 1995. A note that truly has the aura of five-figure or higher realization in the offing. (10,000-15,000)

From the 1995 Memphis Sale #139 (R.M. Smythe & Co. June 17, 1995, Lot 1238).

202 DANISH WEST INDIES. Agency of the Bank of St. Thomas, St. Croix. Bearer Check. 1890. Very Fine, split. Fully issued bearer check on blue-gray paper for $35 dated May 27th, 1890. Appears to be a Danish imprint. Delicate paper, split in half on hard vertical fold. Rare check on this location and the first we have seen. (100-200)

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203 DANISH WEST INDIES. 1878 Stock Certificate for 1,000 Kroner of St. Croix Faelles-Sukkerkogerier Aktieselskabet. Extremely Fine. Printed on bond paper. Green with black imprint. 36.0 x 22.3cm. Still attached is a sheet of 30 coupons for 5% interest per annum. Interest Guarantee is signed by Janus August Garde, Governor General of the Danish West Indies, 1872-1881. Cer- tificate is signed by Moritz G. Melchior (1816-1884), one of the

most accomplished and influential Jews of 19th century Europe, head of the trading company Moses & Son G. Melchior, after the death of his father in 1845. Residing in the Danish capital of Copenhagen, Melchior managed a fleet of merchant ships serving Australia and the West Indies. He was a member of the Danish Parliament's Upper House, the Landsthing, 1866-1874; Aider- man (1851-1869); member of the Maritime and Commercial Court (1862-1883). He was a founder of Privatbanken, the Free Trade Society and the Chamber of Commerce. Active in the Danish Jewish community, Melchior served as leader of his Congrega- tion. Among his many friends was writer and storyteller Hans Christian Andersen, whose last years were spent as a guest in Melchior's home. Less is known with cer- tainty about St. Croix Faelles-Sukkerkogerier, a cooperative sugar refinery in what is today the U.S. Virgin Islands. The presence of all the coupons suggests that the venture was not a success and folded not long after the stock was issued. Only two other certificates have been offered for sale, one without the coupons. Here is a significant historical rarity of Danish, Caribbean, American and Judaic interest, one of the rare examples to appear at auction. (500-750)

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FAEROE ISLANDS. One Hundred Kronur. Law of 1949 (1952- 1963). Pick 15b. Very Fine. Bright, but with a nick at the upper left edge. (75-125)

FAEROE ISLANDS. One Thousand Kronur. Law of 1949 (1983).

Pick 23b. Choice Uncirculated. Just about perfect. (175-225)

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FIJI. Brewer & Joske, Suva, Fiji. Two and a Half Dollars. October 1st, 1871. Unissued Remainder. Choice Extremely Fine. Printed on bond paper. Imprint of Hamel & Ferguson Melb. Uniface, printed in brown. Top center, under title, Fijian native with spear, sail boats on water. A rare private issuer note once listed in as Pick 210 A1 up to the 3rd edition. The issuers were sugar merchants who saw an active role on the island. According to sources, there is only one signed note from the series. A great rarity and interesting South Pacific note. (600-900)

Extremely Rare Fiji Company Note

FIJI. Luvuka, Oavalu, Fiji. D. Levy & Sons. One Pound. 1871. Fine. No.l93. Uniface note, printed on thick watermarked laid paper. No imprint. Titles bowed over royal crest. Upper corner with royal portraits. Obligation bottom center on gray shading. Jewish signer, hand signed ''D. Levy & Sons" with hand accomplished date and serial. Extremely rare private issuer note. A solid note with some perimeter foxing and petty nicks. Contemporary pen endorsements on the back. A fascinating piece. (1,500-2,000)

Very Rare Greenland Uncut Sheet

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GREENLAND. Uncut Sheet of Twelve 25 Ore Notes. 1905. Pick 4b. Choice Extremely Fine. A superb sheet, bold and fresh red

colors. Each individual note with Polar bear emblems. Pull original margins around all four sides. There are two very light horizontal folds and some heavier handling seen from the blank verso. Prom the face, outstanding visual appeal. Very rarely seen in this com- plete sheet format. A prize for the specialist. (2,000-3,000)

GREENLAND. State Note. 25 Ore. No Date (1913). Pick 11a. Uncirculated. Bold colors and original, unwatermarked pa- per. Ink is considerably lighter than standard. An attractive example. (200-300)

GREENLAND. State Note. 1 Krone. No Date (1913). Pick 13b Extremely Fine. Bold colors and original paper. Faces up well, but a small foxing patch on the back. (250-350)

GREENLAND. State Note. Five Kroner. No Date (1926-1952). Pick 15d. Extremely Fine. A very vibrant example from a scarcer series of notes. Penciled price at lower right corner. (400-600)

GREENLAND. State Note. Five Kroner. No Date (1926-1952). Pick 15f. About Extremely Fine. Excellent color on a note that was creased with some handling seen from the back. (300-500)

GREENLAND. State Note. Ten Kroner. No Date (1926-1952). Pick 16e. Very Fine. Whale vignetted type from this earlier series. Handling and some light folds. Faces up very well. (250-350)

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GREENLAND. Gronlandske Handel. Five Kroner. No Date 222 (1953-1967). Pick 18b. Uncirculated. Wider format note initially noted only in the Danish Sieg catalogue and now in Pick. The paper size is identical to that used for the 10 Kroner note, and the ink is a darker shade of green. Essentially as made, near choice with faintest corner tip handling. (250-350)

GREENLAND. Gronlandske Handel. Quartet of 1953 Issue cir- culated notes: ☆ Five Kroner. Pick 18. Polar Bear. About Very Fine ☆ Ten Kroner. Pick 19 (3). Whales. All Fine to Very Fine. (Total; 4 pieces) (300-500)

JAPAN AND MODERN KOREA. Collection of paper of money in binder pages. An old time collection accumulation put together long ago. Included are a few early Hanasatu notes. Others all 20th Century, primarily 1950s-1960s. Assorted Japanese Invasion issues, a few scattered Vietnam and some modern Korean bills. Average EF or so, only the earlier pieces are lesser grade. Most are attributed, but we are uncertain which edition of Pick was used. All notes in note pages in red binder. Must be seen. (Total: 89 pieces) SOLD AS IS. NO RETURNS. (125-250)

GREENLAND. Credit Note. One Hundred Kroner. January 1st, 1953. Pick 21. Extremely Fine. Avery handsome note with exuber- ant colors on the face and deep red back. Creased, not seen from the face with some other handling. Always popular with general collectors of beautiful world notes. (800-1,000)

GREENLAND-DANISH POSSESSIONS. 1781 Danish Proclama- tion Act Regarding Fiscal Matters for Northern Possessions. Fine.

Four pages. Small quarto. Printed proclamation with Royal seal on face page and page 3 with waxed seal. Danish. Once part of a bound volume of important proclamation and acts. This regards fiscal matters for Iceland, Greenland, Faeroes, and Finnmark. A significant historical piece related to this area. The seal is remark- ably well-preserved, and though there is some paper loss at the left border, the body of the document is unaffected. Some very minor wormholes only. (200-300)

GREENLAND. Egedesminde Mission. Early Hand Accom- plished Marriage Certificate. 1835. Very Fine. Hand accomplished document, on folio size laid paper sheet, for a marriage contract. Docketed and with original wax seal of the Egedesminde Mission. Unusual ephemera from this Danish possession. (100-200)

ITALY. 50,000 Lire. November 2, 1982. Pick 107d. Five consecutive notes. Uncirculated. A quintet from an unusual find put away long ago by the consignor after a trip. The Pick catalogue value for each is $385. Only some light handling seen on a few. Pleasing, scarce and unusual. (Total: 5 pieces) (700-900)

ITALY. 50,000 Lire. November 2, 1982. Pick 107d. Five notes. Un- circulated. A second quintet from an unusual find put away long ago by the consignor after a trip. Two are consecutive to the prior group with the others in the same serial number range. The Pick catalogue value for each is $385. Only some light handling seen on a few. Pleasing, scarce and unusual. (Total; 5 pieces) (700-900)

223 JUD AICA-POLAND. Litzmannstadt. May 15, 1940. Trio of camp

notes: ☆ One Mark. Green. Extremely Fine ☆ 20 Mark. Olive. Uncirculated, minor handling ☆ 50 Mark. Deep blue. Rare note in this series. Very Fine or better. (Total: 3 pieces) (500-700)

224 JUDAICA-CZECHOSLOVAKIA. Theresienstadt 1943 Camp money. Accumulation of circulated notes. Includes Krone (10), 2 Kronen (8), 5 Kronen (2, one with burned end), and 10, 20, 100 Kronen (one of each). Average Fine or so, a few with flaws. (Total: 23 pieces) (125-175)

225 SPITSBERGEN. 1957 Series Scrip. Small format scrip notes all in Russian. Date on back. Includes 1, 3, 5, 10, and 20 Kopecks. Also, larger format 1 Ruble note. Date on the face. All AU to Uncircu- lated. (Total; 6 pieces) (150-250)

226 SPITSBERGEN. 1961 Series Scrip. Small format scrip notes all in Russian. Date on back. Includes 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, and 20 Kopecks. AU to Uncirculated, but first four with small glue remnant on verso. (Total: 6 pieces) (150-250)

227 SPITSBERGEN. 1979 Series Scrip. Small format scrip notes all in Russian. Includes 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, and 20 Kopecks change. These are AU to Uncirculated. Also, larger format 1, 3, and 5 Ruble notes. The last is VF, the first two AU. (Total; 9 pieces) (150-250)

ITALY-JUDAICA. Campo Cremona. One Lire. Ca. 1944. Choice About Uncirculated. Printed on card stock. Uniface. Zvi Stahl 127 (page 72). The right end is slightly bent. (150-250)

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WORLD COINS

EUROPE

Please note: The value of certain modern gold coins reflects, to some extent, the value of the inherent precious metal content. Estimates of value for modern gold in this auction were made when gold was fluctuating in the range of $1200 to $1400.

Pleasing Amet Zogu 1926 R

Gold Prova 100 Franga Ari

228 ALBANIA. Republic. President Amet Zogu. 100 Franga Ari, 1926

R. Rome. Bare head 1. of future King Zog. Rv. PROVA over nude charioteer driving biga r., SHQIPNI/ ALBANIA. KM PR 14. Bold Romagnoli design is notably enhanced by deep yellow-gold lustre. AU-58 (NGC). (2,000-2,500)

From the Rajj Collection.

Bold 2-Stars Amet Zogu 1926 R Gold 100 Franga Ari

229 ALBANIA. Republic. President Amet Zogu. 100 Franga Ari, 1926 R. Rome. Bare head 1. of future King Zog with two 5-pointed stars below. Rv. Nude charioteer driving biga r., SHQIPNI/ ALBANIA. KM 11.3. Handsome and pervasive deep golden lustre. MS-63 (NGC). (2,000-2,500)

From the Rajj Collection.

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ALBANIA. Republic. President Amet Zogu. 20 Franga Ari, 1927 V. Vienna. Skanderbeg bust r. Rv. Lion of St. Mark. KM 12, Fr.6. Original surfaces show some light spots. Uncirculated. (450-550)

From the Querendon Collection.

ALBANIA. Republic. President Amet Zogu. 10 Franga Ari, 1927 R. Rome. Bare head r. Rv. Double Imperial eagle divides value, date below. KM 9. A pleasing, nearly choice example with bright satiny frost and only trivial bagmarks. Uncirculated. (275-325)

Alderney 1,000 Pounds

A Kilo of Gold

232 ALDERNEY. Elizabeth II, 1952-. Gold 1000 Pounds, 2004. 60th Anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy on D-Day. Crowned head facing r. Rv. Soldiers storming beach. Absolutely immense with a diameter of 100 mm, and a total weight of 1090.86 grams of .9167 fine gold. From a tiny mintage of just 60 pieces. Accompanied by the original case, capsule, and certificate of issue. Gem Proof. (45,000-47,500)

Total actual gold weight: Approximately 32.154 ounces.

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233 CHANNEL ISLANDS. Elizabeth II, 1952-. Set of 2004 Channel Isles issues commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy on D-Day: ☆ ALDERNEY. Five Pounds. Gold. KM 38b ☆ GUERNSEY. Five Pounds. Gold. KM 154a ☆ JERSEY. Five Pounds. Gold. KM 124b. Mintage of each: 500 pieces. All grade Gem Cameo Proof. Accompanied by British Royal Mint case, box, capsules, and certificate of issue. (Total: 3 pieces) (4,750-5,500) Total actual gold weight: 3.5313 ounces.

234 AUSTRIA-H.R.E. Archduke Maximilian, 1612-1618. Taler, 1615. Hall. Bearded armored bust r. in ruff divides date. Rv. Archducal crown over shield quartered by cross of the Teutonic Order. Titles include Archduke, Grand Master, Count of Tyrol. Dav.3321A, KM 188.4. Roller die product boasting a wealth of intricate detail, silvery surfaces with pale gold at the peripheries. About Uncir- culated. (350-450)

Ex Triton VI, January 2003, Lot 1237.

235 AUSTRIA. H.R.E. Archduke Leopold, 1619-1632. Taler, 1632. Hall.

Half-length, crowned and armored Archduke r., date appears at r. as .1.6. 3. 2. Rv. Crowned Arms in Collar of the Golden Fleece. Dav.3338B, KM 629.4. Posthumous strike ordered by his spouse Claudia de Medici ca. 1646. Glorious strike results in a fascinating wealth of precise detail. Choice About Uncirculated. (500-600) Ex Triton VI, January 2003, Lot 1240.

236 AUSTRIA. Ferdinand Charles, 1632-1662. 2 Taler, n.d. Hall. Draped and armored bust r. Lion head on shoulder within laurel frame. Rv. Crowned eagle within wreath. Dav.3363, KM 984 var. Soft gray toning over surfaces that show minor roughness from improper planchet preparation. Pleasing and original. AU-50 (NGC). (800-1,000)

Ex Spink-Smythe April 2009 sale. Lot 2703.

237 AUSTRIA. Archduke Ferdinand Karl, 1632-1662. Taler, 1654. Hall. Box Taler hollowed and threaded. Armored bust r. with long locks. Rv. Crowned shield with Tyrol at center. Dav.3367. Skillfully crafted into a Box Taler. Extremely Fine. (250-300)

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Fascinating 1683 Leopold I Sankt Veit 10 Ducats

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238 AUSTRIA - H.R.E. Leopold 1, 1657-1705. 10 Ducats, 1683 / 2 IR. Sankt Veit. Small armored laureate bust r. with imperial and royal titles. Rv. Complex 15-fold Arms in Collar of the Golden Fleece, crown divides date, minute initials I - R identify Mintmaster Johann Georg Rabensteiner. Fr.310, KM 1327. 34.2 grams. Reverse shows three heat-discoloration areas where some form of mount was removed, surfaces show scattering of marks consistent with jewelry use. A scarce type, and maintaining an attractive overall look despite the flaws; another large size gold coin that will grace a fine collection of world gold rarities. AU Details (NGC). (10,000-12,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

239 AUSTRIA-H.R.E. Leopold 1, 1657-1705. Double Taler, n.d. (1626). Hall. Wedding of Leopold and Clau- dia. Conjoined crowned busts of Leopold and Claudia. Rv. Imperial eagle. Dav.3331, KM 639. Well struck with light slate toning. Not harshly cleaned or otherwise damaged as often seen. A popular type coin among world crown collectors. Minor reverse staple scratch blends with the toning. MS- 61 (NGC). (900-1,200)

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240 AUSTRIA-H.R.E. Karl VI, 1711-1740. Taler, 1715. Vienna. Armored laureate bust r., imperial and royal titles include Spain. Rv. Imperial eagle without circle. Dav.1035, KM 1522. Reverse field is especially reflective. Choice Extremely Fine. (300-400)

Ex Dimitry Markov September 2003 Sale, Lot 518.

Massive Gold Maria Theresa Taler Restrike

241 AUSTRIA. Maria Theresa, 1740-1780. Restrike Gold Taler of 20 Ducat Weight, 1780 SR Veiled bust r. from the Silver Restrike Taler coinage. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM T2. 72.2 grams (2.321 troy ounces). Much deep gold lustre especially around the reliefs, scattered handling marks and hairlines from non-numismatic ownership in the past. An interesting coin that should sell for a premium above its melt value. About Uncirculated. (3,500-4,000)

The Krause-Mishler 20th century catalogues this as KM T2, with a foot- note, "Struck for Haile Selassie," Emperor of Ethiopia, where the Silver Maria Theresa Taler was the preferred medium of exchange well into the 1950s. From the Rajj Collection.

242 AUSTRIA. Franz I, Emperor of Austria, 1806-1835. 1826 Em- peror's Recovery Medal. Silver, 37mm, 21.8 grams. By Josef Nikolaus Lang and F. Stuckhart. Uncirculated. Laureate head r, of FRANC. I. ORBI CONSERVATUS, Franz Saved for the World. Rv. Angel stays seated Norn about to cut the Emperor's cord of life, PATRI FARCE, Spare the Father. Mont.2506, Forrer 111:296. Gleaming silver surfaces. (450-500)

Ex UBS Auction 79, September 2008, Lot 4759.

Proof Austrian 100 Corona

Ex Garrett

243 AUSTRIA. Franz Josef I, 1848-1916. 100 Corona, 1908. 60th

Anniversary of Reign. Bare head of Franz Josef. Rv. Fame reclin- ing in clouds leaning on Hapsburg shield. Fr.514, KM 2812. A perennially popular type due to the beauty of the reverse design. Deeply reflective fields show minor hairlines which account for the assigned grade. Wonderful overall eye appeal and a great pedigree, which is also noted on the NGC ecapsulation. Proof-62 Cameo (NGC). (3,500-4,000)

From the Rajj Collection. Ex Garrett Collection, Bank Eeu/NFA, October 1984, Lot 1800.

244 Trio of world gold coins: ☆ AUSTRIA. Franz Josef 1, 1848-1916.

20 Corona, 1915. Head r. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 2818. Satiny and bright. Choice Uncirculated ☆ GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Wilhelm II, 1888-1918. 20 Mark, 1909 A and 1910 A. Berlin. Head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 521. Bright honey-gold coins with light contact marks, nothing of note. Both Choice About Uncirculated. (Total: 3 pieces) (900-1,000)

245 Austria and Hungary pairing: ☆ AUSTRIA. Franz Josef I,

1848-1916. 20 Corona, 1915. Head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 2818. A lovely, frosty gold example. Choice Uncirculated ☆ HUNGARY. Ferencz Jozsef, 1848-1916. 10 Korona, 1910 KB. Kor- moczbanya. Emperor standing. Rv. Angels support crowned Arms. KM 485. Underlying prooflike gleam. About Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (400-450)

Rare 1924 100 Kronen

246 AUSTRIA. First Republic. 100 Kronen, 1924. Imperial Eagle. Rv. Denomination in wreath. Fr.518, KM 2831. Pleasing orange gold coloration with richly reflective, semi-prooflike lustre. Light hairlines are noted for accuracy and account of the modest Mint State grade. A rare two year only type, with only 2,851 examples struck. MS-61 (NGC). (3,250-3,750)

From the Rajj Collection.

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247 AUSTRIA. First Republic. 100 Schilling, 1926. Single-headed 250 eagle. Rv. Value between sprays. KM 2842, Fr.520. It might be argued that this coin is free of actual wear, but the prooflike fields are heavily bagmarked. About Uncirculated. (750-800)

From the Querendon Collection.

248 AUSTRIA. First Republic. 100 Schilling, 1927. Single-headed

eagle. Rv. Value between sprays, design by Arnold Hartig. KM 251 2842, Fr.520. This coin is free of actual circulation but is noticably hairlined in the prooflike fields. About Uncirculated. (750-800)

From the Querendon Collection.

249 AUSTRIA. First Republic. 100 Schilling, 1931. Single-headed eagle. Rv. Value between sprays, design by Arnold Hartig. KM 2842, Fr.520. This coin is free of actual circulation but is hairlined 252 with hint of clouding in the prooflike fields. About Uncircu- lated. (750-800)

From the Querendon Collection.

AUSTRIA. Republic. 100 Schilling, 1934. Single-headed eagle. Rv. Value between sprays, design by Arnold Hartig. KM 2842, Fr.520. Last date of First Republic Gold coinage, delightfully high quality with blazing prooflike fields. 615AI1RI pin scratched in two lines in right reverse field. Uncirculated. (750-800)

From the Querendon Collection.

AUSTRIA. First Republic. 100 Schilling, 1936. Madonna of Mariazell, Patroness of Austria. Rv. Double-headed eagle of the Dollfuss government. KM 2857. Deeply flashing red-gold prooflike fields offer unblushing beauty. 12,000 struck. PL-63 (NGC). (1,750-2,000)

From the Rajj Collection. Ex our sale of December 1985, Lot 13.

AUSTRIA. First Republic. 100 Schilling, 1936. Double-headed eagle of the Dollfuss regime. Rv. Madonna of Mariazell, MAGNA MATER AUSTRIAE. Fr.522, KM 2857. Glorious prooflike fields join the sharpest devices. Close inspection reveals minor hairlines. PL-63 (NGC). (1,750-2,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

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253 AUSTRIA. First Republic. 25 Schilling, 1931. Eagle. Rv. Denomi- nation, sprigs. KM 2841. Flashy with only the slightest of ticks in the fields. Prooflike Choice Uncirculated. (300-350)

254 AUSTRIA. First Republic. 25 Schilling, 1931. Eagle. Rv. Denomi- nation, sprigs. KM 2841. Rich lustre. Choice Brilliant Uncircu- lated. (300-350)

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255 AUSTRIA - H.R.E. BOHEMIA. Ferdinand III, 1627-1657. 10 Ducats, 1648. Prague. Large laureate, bearded bust r. wearing lace rabbat, name and imperial titles forming the legend. Rv. Imperial eagle with White Lion of Bohemia on its breast, titles GER HVN. BOHE - MIAE. REX. Ao 1648. Mintmark in circle at base. Hand grasping six-pointed star, Mintmaster Jakob Wernhart Wolker, 1637-1666. Fr.213. KM 460. 34.4 grams. Rich golden color and a strong strike from the dies creates a very attrac- tive specimen of this rare large size gold coin, struck with the dies prepared for silver Taler coinage. Lovely specimens such as this are a rare treat indeed; this coin is a delight to the eyes, and will soon grace an advanced collection of world gold coins. AU-55 (NGC). (20,000-25,000)

The Kingdom of Bohemia was one of the major Habsburg realms. In recent years the Krause-Mishler Standard Catalog of World Coins has taken to listing BOHEMIA separately as it does with HUNGARY, a breakdown not generally used by classic European references.

From the Querendon Collection.

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256 AUSTRIAN STATES. OLMUTZ. Wolfgang Cardinal von Schrat-

tenbach, 1711-1738. Taler, 1716. 1/3 length bust of bishop r. Rv. Complex Arms. Dav.1216, KM 130. A wealth of antique gray-gold toning. Well struck with only light wear. AU-58 (NGC). (350-400)

257 AUSTRIAN STATES. OLMUTZ. Wolfgang Cardinal von Schrat-

tenbach, 1711-1738. Taler, 1727. Tall bust r. in Cardinal's robes. Rv. Cardinal's hat and cards over three oval ecclesiastical and princely shields, extensive titles. Dav.1219, KM 139. As-made planchet rills in r. obverse field. Extremely Fine. (350-400)

258 AUSTRIAN STATES. OLMUTZ. Rudolph Johann, Archduke of Austria, 1819-1831. Taler, 1820. Half-length bust of Archduke 1. Rv. Crowned Arms on Mantle. KM 494. Pleasing gray toning bathes both sides of this sharply struck taler. There is an obverse planchet flaw located at the back of the Duke's cloak which accounts for the Genuine (PCGS) encapsulation. This flaw is as made, and blends into the design. Otherwise this coin shows the details of a Choice About Uncirculated specimen. (600-800)

259 AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau, 1587-1612. Taler, n.d. Seated patron St. Rupert. Rv. Twin shields with processional cross and crosier. Dav.8187. Slightly uneven strike. EF-40 (NGC). (500-600)

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AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Archbishop Johann Ernst von Thun und Hohenstein, 1687-1709. Taler, 1707. Virgin and Child over Archbishop's Arms. Rv. St. Rupert of archdiocesan Arms. Dav.1234, KM 254. Lightest circulation, lustre in protected areas. Extremely Fine. (300-350)

Ex Dimitry Markov September 2003 Sale, Lot 531.

AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Archbishop Johann Ernst von Thun und Hohenstein, 1687-1709. Vi Taler, 1700. Saints Rupert and Virgil seated. Rv. Arms as Archbishop and Apostolic Legate. KM 253. Roller die product showing splendid detail. AU-55 (NGC). (400-450)

AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Archbishop Leopold Eleu- therius von Firmian, 1727-1744. Ducat, 1733. Seated St. Rupert with basket. Rv. Arms under hat and cords. Fr.853. Extraordinary quality of strike, lustre and detail distinguished this piece. The NGC insert cites "surface hairlines" as the reason for the details grade, however these are microscopic in size and importance. A lovely Salzburg Ducat that shows bold, reflective lustre. Uncircu- lated Details (NGC). (1,100-1,300)

From the Querendon Collection.

AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Prince-Archbishop Jakob Ernst von Liechtenstein, 1745-1747. Ducat, 1745. Arms under hat and cords. Rv. Enthroned St. Rupert. Fr.853. A wisp of circulation, lovely full golden surfaces. A decent strike imparted by the dies provide ample details. AU-53 (NGC). (1,750-2,000)

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264 AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Archbishop Sigismund III von Schrattenbach, 1753-1771. Taler, 1757 FM. Prelate's bust r. in clerical garb. Rv. St. Rupert enthroned. By Franz Xaver Matzen- kopf the Younger. Dav.1249, Probszt 2280, KM 388. One-year type. Beautiful reflective silver surfaces dramatize a delightful strike. Choice About Uncirculated. (600-700)

Ex Triton VI, January 2003, Lot 1267.

265 AUSTRIAN STATES. SALZBURG. Hieronymus, Graf von Colloredo-Walsee, 1772-1803. Taler, 1784. Robed bust r. as Arch- bishop, imperial Prince, Primate of Germany. Rv. Arms on mantle. Dav.1263. Lightest wear, bold detail. EF-40 (NGC). (300-400)

266 AUSTRIA. SALZBURG. Hieronymus, Graf von Colloredo-Wal-

see, 1772-1803. Taler, 1801 M. Robed bust r. Rv. Arms on Mantle. Dav.1265, KM 465. Only minor surface marks keep this reflective Taler from an even higher grade designation. Light toning. MS-63 (NGC). (250-300)

Ex Spink-Smythe sale, April 2009, Lot 2724.

267 AUSTRIA. VORDEROSTERREICH (BURG AU). Maria Theresa,

1740-1780. Taler, 1780 SF. Giinzburg. Mature bust r. in widow's veil. Rv. Imperial eagle. Dav.1150, KM 22. Struck 1780-1788, boldly lustrous with a touch of cabinet friction. Here is a handsome ex- ample of this Habsburg possession's coinage. Now part of Bavaria, Burgau coinage included this Taler type that preceded the famous and endlessly restruck "Maria Theresa Taler" of somewhat similar appearance. Choice About Uncirculated. (300-375)

268 BELGIUM. Pair of 20 Francs: ☆ Leopold 1, 1831-1865. 20 Francs,

1865. Bare head of Leopold L, L. WIENER below. Rv. Value in wreath. KM 23, Fr.411 ☆ Leopold II, 1865-1909. 20 Francs, 1878. Bearded head of Leopold II, Arms on mantle. KM 37. Choice Extremely Fine. (Total; 2 pieces) (450-500)

From the Querendon Collection.

269 BELGIUM. Pair of 20 Francs: ☆ Leopold 1, 1831-1865. 20 Francs,

1865. Head r., L.WIENER below. Rv. Value and date in wreath. KM 23. Bright with no serious marks. Extremely Fine ☆ Leopold II, 1865-1909. 20 Francs, 1875. Bearded head r. Rv. Crowned and mantled Arms, value below. KM 37. Soft gold surfaces with a slightly rosy cast. Only minor marks associated with the grade. About Uncirculated. (Total; 2 pieces) (450-500)

270 BELGIUM. GHENT. Pair: ☆ 5 Francs-Franken, 1917. City Arms

under mural crown, French and Flemish inscriptions. KM TN6. MS-63 (NGC) ☆ 5 Frank, 1918. Ccoronet of a Count over Arms, Flemish text only. KM TN7. Struck in brass-plated iron during the German Occupation to advance plans for Flemish separatism. From a series of four Notgeld-like denominations. MS-61 (NGC). (Total; 2 pieces) (400-450)

271 BELGIUM. GHENT. Trio of 1915 coins: ☆ 2 Francs-Franken ☆ 1 Franc-Frank ☆ 50 Centimes, 1915. Brass, copper-plated iron. Diamond-shaped and round planchets, brass on obverse, copper on reverse. French and Flemish STAD GENT - VILEE GAND. KM Tn4, Tn2, Tnl. Struck under German Occupation, in part to boost Flemish grievances and separatism. Rare as most were destroyed after the Allied victory. Uncirculated. (Total; 3 pieces) (400-600)

272 BELGIUM. GHENT (GENT). Gilt Copper 2 Frank, 1918. Circu- lar planchet, rampant lion on shield, Flemish-only legend STAD GENT, FIDES ET AMOR. Rv. 1918 2 Frank in circle wreath, Flem- ish legend UITBETAAEBAAR. JANUARI. 1922, PAX ET LABOR, Redeemable until January 1922, Peace and Labor. KM Tn5. A rare World War I emergency coinage. Choice Uncirculated. (600-800) The German occupiers fostered Flemish separatism by creating a Council of Flanders and authorizing this Ghent "Notgeld" whose last issues were inscribed solely in Flemish.

273 BELGIUM. GHENT (GENT). Square gilt Copper 1 Franc, 1915. Rampant lion in circle, bilingual legend STAD = GENT. VIEEE DE GAND. Rv. 1915 1 F in circle, Flemish and French legends state Redeemable until 1 January 1918. KM Tn3. A rare World War I emergency coinage. Choice Uncirculated. (800-1,000)

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274 BELGIUM. Baudoin 1, 1951-1993. Proof 50 Ecu, 1987. 30th Anniver-

sary of the Treaties of Rome. Crowned bust r. in center circle, legend around outer band. Rv. Value and date with 12 stars in center circle. Small "qp" under the date indicates ''quality Proof." KM 167. A lovely gold Proof that shows a few very faint reverse hairlines as well as a hint of very light toning. From a Proof mintage of 15,000 pieces. Gem Cameo Proof. (700-800)

Total actual gold weight: .5000 ounce.

From the Rajj Collection.

275 BULGARIA. Alexander 1, 1879-1886. Pattern 10 Stotinki, 1887 AB. Election of Prince. Arms on mantle. Rv. Orthodox triple-barred cross, French commemorative inscription. Struck by Auguste Brichaut, Brussels in a series devoted to Bulgar history. MS-64 RB (NGC). (2,500-2,750)

276 BULGARIA. Ferdinand I, Prince, 1887-1908. Pattern 10 Stotinki, 1887 AB. Prince's Oath to Constitution. Arms on mantle. Rv. Or- thodox triple-barred cross, French commemorative inscription ending Long Live Bulgaria, Free and Independent! Struck by Auguste Brichaut, Brussels in a series devoted to Bulgar history. Uncirculated. (1,000-1,500)

277 BULGARIA. Ferdinand I, Prince, 1887-1908; King 1908-1918.

100 Leva, 1912. 25th Anniversary of Reign and full Independence. Bearded heads 1., title Tsar of the Bulgars. Rv. Crowned shield with Bulgar lion bearing Saxon Arm on its breast, 22 SEPT. 1908, infinitesimal 1912 above. KM 34. AU Details (NGC). "Obverse scratches." (1,750-2,250)

From the Rajj Collection.

278 CYPRUS. George V, 1910-1936. 45 Piastres, 1928. 50th Anniversary

of British Rule. Crowned bust 1. Rv. Stylized lions. KM 19. A scarce modern crown, one of only 517 examples struck. Dappled blue iridescence blends with mottled rose tones and blankets rich, watery surfaces. Proof-63 (NGC). (800-1,200)

From the W.E. Carson Collection.

279 CYPRUS. Republic. Pound, 1966. Archbishop Makarios Fund. Bust 1.

in garb of a Greek Orthodox Archbishop. Rv. Crowned Byzantine double eagle. KM XM4. Hairlines are seen in the fields. Uncircu- lated. (200-250)

280 CYPRUS. 5 Pounds, 1977. Bust of Makarios r. Rv. Map of Cyprus with dolphins, denomination and date below. KM 47. Compara- tively generous mintage of 51,000 Proofs, many of which probably found their way to the melting pots a few short years later when gold climbed to, and surpassed $800 an ounce for the first time. With gold recently breaking $1,400 an ounce, we wonder how many of these have met a similar fate. Light cloudiness seen in areas on otherwise clear surfaces. Choice Cameo Proof.(600-650) Actual gold weight: 0.4711 ounces.

From the Rajj Collection.

Impressive and Rare 1929 10 Dukatu

281 CZECHOSLOVAKIA. First Republic. 10 Dukatu, 1929. Duke Vaclav (Wenceslas) on horse. Rv. Arms of the Republic. KM 14. 1,564 struck at Kremnica. Bright pillowy gold. Uncirculated De- tails (NGC). "Polished." (4,000-4,500)

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Choice Czech 10 Dukatu of 1932

282 CZECHOSLOVAKIA. First Republic. 10 Dukatu, 1932. Duke Vaclav (Wenceslas) on horse. Rv. Arms of the Republic. KM 14. 1,035 struck at Kremnica. Bright orange-gold, with lovely choice surfaces. A scarce coin in general, more so in this condition. MS-63 (NGC). (4,750-5,250)

From the Rajj Collection.

Glorious 1935 Saint Wenceslas 10 Dukatu

283 CZECHOSLOVAKIA. First Republic. 10 Dukatu, 1935. St. Wenc- eslas on war horse. Rv. Arms of Republic. Fr.4, KM 15. A glorious large size gold coin that shows light hairlines in the devices. Rare, one of only 600 struck by the Kremnica Mint. Uncirculated Details (NGC) "Hairlines." (6,000-7,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

284 CZECHOSLOVAKIA. First Republic. 2 Dukatu, 1932. Half-length Duke Wencelas facing. Rv. Arms. KM 9. Abright gold coin with only trivial contact marks and faint hairlines. Uncirculated. (500-700)

285 CZECHOSLOVAKIA. First Republic. Ducat, 1932. Dr. Miroslav Tyrs - Sokol Movement. Bust 1. in feathered cap. Rv. Gymnastic group anniversary inscription over Falcon. KM XM12. 1,742 struck. Choice Uncirculated. (400-500)

286 CZECHOSLOVAKIA. First Republic. Ducat, 1933. Dr. Antonin Svehla. Bust 1. in suit. Rv. Peasant sowing seed, VYSEL ROSZEVAC. Falcon. KM XM15. 1,000 struck. Choice Uncirculated. (400-500)

Rare 1624 Danish 24 Skilling of King Christian IV

287 DENMARK. Christian IV, 1588-1648. 24 Skilling, 1624. Crowned "Small Arms" of Denmark on cross, royal titles around. Rv. Dotted circle encloses XXlllH SKILLII NG DAN/ 1624. KM 93, Schou 77, LT 2. A boldly struck example of the only coinage in this denomination for more than 100 years, resumed only in 1731. Pleasing overall detail adds to this coin's undeniable appeal. Very Fine. (900-1,100)

Remarkable Albert Thorvaldsen Memorial Medal

288 DENMARK. 1838 Albert Thorvaldsen Memorial Medal. Silver, 61.2mm, 146.7 grams. By Christen Christensen. Forrer 1:428. About Uncirculated. Wide border presents a circle of tiny gods and warriors of the ancient world surrounding a high relief head with flowing locks and small-letter legend ALBERTVS THORVALDSEN DANVS SCVLPTOR. Rev. Similar wide border presents 16 minus- cule figures from various Thorvaldsen sculptures around the form of seated Dania receiving a tiny cherub and lyre from a nude girl seated on a dolphin. Edge bears the engraved script name Paul Trephka Bloch 1899. Hairlines appear on either side from handling long ago, minor edge roughness at 2:30. Christensen is known to American collectors as the engraver of the 1876 Washington Danish Medals of the American Independence Centennial. His Thorvaldsen Medal is a significant rarity of the Danish Series. (1,500-1,750) Thorvaldsen (1768-1844) was the greatest European sculptor after Antonio Canova. Maintaining studios in Rome and Copenhagen, he excelled in heroic sculpture including the Lion of Lucerne; figures from antiquity including Jason, Ganymede, Venus, Psyche, and the Three graces seen on this medal's border. Thorvaldsen's most famous bas-reliefs included Triumphal Entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon, night and Morning, Christ and the Twelve Apostles.

289 DENMARK. Christian IX, 1863-1906. 20 Kroner, 1873 HC CS. King's head r. Rv. Dania enthroned with Danish shield, dolphin 1. KM 791.1, Fr. 295. Immaculate light frosty gold surfaces radiate beauty and appeal. MS-65 (NGC). (800-875)

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Kroner, 1873 CS. Head r. Rv. Danie seated 1. with shield and dol- phin. KM 791.1. Bright lustre and free of any serious distractions.

About Uncirculated ☆ Frederik VII, 1906-1912. 20 Kroner, 1908 VBP. Head 1. Rv. Crowned and mantled Arms. KM 810. Boldly double punched date. Soft lustre with some typical bagmarks. Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (650-750) 293

European gold coinage sextet. Issues include: ☆ Denmark. 10 Kroner, 1900. KM 790.2 ☆ France. 20 Francs, 1911. KM 857 ☆ Italy.

20 Lire, 1881 R. KM 21. Prooflike ☆ Netherlands. 10 Gulden, 1877.

KM 106 ☆ Poland. 10 Zlotych, 1925. Y.32 ☆ Switzerland. 20 Francs, 1935-LB. KM 35.1. Each piece is brilliant, and presents a wonder- ful opportunity to add some attractive European small gold coins to your collection. The grades range from About Uncirculated to Choice Uncirculated. (Total: 6 pieces) (1,500-1,750)

Total actual gold weight: 0.9777 ounce.

DENMARK. Pair of 20 Kroner: ☆ Frederik VIII, 1906-1912. 20 Kro- ner, 1908 VBP. Head 1. Rv. Crowned and mantled Arms, value and date below. KM 810. Bright gold lustre with a hint of flashiness ☆ Christian X, 1912-1947. 20 Kroner, 1916 VBP. Head r. Rv. As last. KM 817.1. Satiny lustre. Both Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (600-700)

Scandinavian pair: ☆ DENMARK. Christian X, 1912-1947. 20

Kroner, 1914 VBP. Head r. Rv. Crowned and mantled Arms. KM 817.1. Frosty lustre. One or two contact nicks on the obverse. Uncirculated ☆ SWEDEN. Oskar II, 1872-1907. 5 Kronor, 1881 EB. Head r. Rv. Value in spray. KM 756. Lustrous with a good deal of original mint frost in the protected areas. Choice About Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (500-600)

FINLAND. Grand Duchy. Nicholas II, 1894-1917. 20 Markkaa, 1912 S. Imperial eagle with Finnish shield. Rv. Value, fineness. KM 9.2. Rich cartwheel lustre. MS-66 (NGC). (500-600)

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From the Rajj Collection.

296 FINLAND. Grand Duchy. Nicholas II, 1894-1917. 10 Markkaa, 1913 S. Imperial eagle with Finnish shield. Rv. Value, fineness. KM 8.2. Lovely yellow-gold lustre. MS-66 (NGC). (400-500)

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Near Gem 1926 S 200 Markkaa

FINLAND. Republic. 200 Markkaa, 1926 S. Finnish lion. Rv. Value in pine boughs. KM 29. Single-date and rare type of the greatest beauty. MS-64 (NGC). (2,500-3,000)

From the Rajj Collection.

FRANCE. VIENNOIS. Charles V, 1349-1364. Florin, n.d. Florentine design with standing St. John the Baptist. Rv. Fleur de lis, legend KROL. DPhS. V. Fr.427. 20 x 19mm, 3.3 grams. An historic, late Medieval French gold coin that shows bright golden surfaces. Minor marks noted, as is some tooling at the upper left obverse legend. Very Fine. (1,650-1,850)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Philippe VI de Valois, 1328-1350. Ecu d'or, n.d. King seated on Gothic throne. Rv. Cross quadrilobe-fleury, triangles in outer angles. Duplessy 249, Er.270. Lovely gold gleam pervades both sides of this well struck example. AU-50 (NGC). (1,250-1,500) From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Jean II le Bon, 1350-1364. Mouton d'or (1355). Lamb of God with vexilla, lOH - REX below, Latin The Lamb of God Who Takes Away the Sins of the World. Rv. Cross fleury in Gothic quadrilobe, lis in angles, Latin legend Christ Conquers, Christ Reigns, Christ Commands. Fr.280, Dup.291. Broad 4.6 gram planchet shows finely grainy surfaces and some doubling on reverse. EF-45 (NGC). (1,500-1,750)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Jean II le Bon, 1350-1364. Franc a cheval (1360). Sword- wielding King in barrel helm on war horse charging 1. Rv. Cross fleury in Gothic quadrilobe, Latin legend Christ Conquers, Christ Reigns, Christ Commands. Fr.279, Dup.294. Bright gold surfaces, low relief with faint double strike. A handsome medieval gold coin. AU-50 (NGC). (1,250-1,500)

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302 FRANCE. Jean II le Bon, 1350-1364. Franc a cheval (1360). Sword- wielding King in barrel helm charging 1. on war horse. Rv. Cross fleury in Gothic quadrilobe, Latin legend Christ Conquers, Christ Reigns, Christ Commands. Fr.279, Dup.294. Crinkly planchet shows two hair-fine planchet splits. Both sides show severe double- striking. Slightly off-round flan suggests clipping at one time in the long distant past. VF Details (NGC). (1,000-1,250)

From the Querendon Collection.

303 FRANCE. Charles V, 1364-1380. Franc a pied, n.d. Armored monarch standing with sword and scepter in Gothic frame strewn with Fleurs de lis, title FRANCORVM DF. G: REX. Rv. Trefoil cross, crowns and lis in angles, Latin motto Christ Conquers, Reigns, Com- mands. Dup.360, Fr.284. Beautifully centered and meticulously detailed. Very minor, small scratches can be seen on the reverse under very intense scrutiny. A lovely coin nonetheless. Uncircu- lated Details (NGC). (900-1,100)

From the Querendon Collection.

304 FRANCE. Charles VI, 1380-1422. Ecu d'or, n.d. Shield under open crown, medieval lettering. Rv. Complex cross fleury in quadrilobe, tiny 5-pointed star at center. Fr.291, Dup.369. 29.5 x 28.5mm, 3.8 grams. Minor depression at left obverse field, otherwise smooth fields and unworn devices. Rich golden lustre accentuates a good strike on a nearly full round flan. MS-62 (NGC). (900-1,100) From the Querendon Collection.

305 FRANCE. Charles VI, 1380-1422. Ecu d'or, n.d. Shield under open crown, medieval lettering. Rv. Complex cross fleury in quadrilobe, tiny 5-pointed star at center. Fr.291, Dup.369. 28.5 x 28mm, 4.0 grams. Minor rim damage is noted at 11:00 relative to the obverse. Slight wave to the flan. Good strike and still pleasing. EF Details (NGC). (750-850)

From the Querendon Collection.

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306 FRANCE. Charles VII, 1422-1461. Royal d'or, n.d. King holding two scepters, r. straight, standing in field strewn with fleurs de lis. Rv. Trefoil cross in quadrilobe, crowns in outer angles. Dup.455, Fr.303. Thin flan shows minor wave. Signs of cleaning and evidence of mounting seen when closely viewed. Otherwise, a handsome and curiously modern-style obverse design of Joan of Arc's faith- less patron. Extremely Fine. (2,200-2,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

307 FRANCE. Louis XII, 1498-1515. Ecu de Erance couronne, n.d. Six wavy-point star over open crown, double annulet stops. Rv. Cross fleury, nothing in angles. Fr.327, Dup.647. Minor doubling noted on reverse. Light damage is noted, but still a pleasing early European gold piece. EF Details (NGC). (800-900)

From the Querendon Collection.

308 FRANCE. Louis XII, 1498-1515. Ecu de Erance couronne, n.d. Six wavy-point star over open crown, double annulet stops. Rv. Cross fleury, nothing in angles. Er.327, Dup.647. An off-center strike with barely legible legend. Light build up in devices. Very Eine. (800-875) From the Querendon Collection.

309 FRANCE. Louis XII, 1498-1515. Ecu de Erance couronne, n.d. Six wavy-point star over open crown, double annulet stops. Rv. Cross fleury, nothing in angles. Fr.327, Dup.647. Ancient obverse scratches, reverse tooled and repaired. About Very Fine. (600-700) From the Querendon Collection.

310 FRANCE. Louis XII, 1498-1515 Ecu de Erance couronne, n.d. Six wavy-point star over open crown, double annulet stops, title LVDOVICVS : OEI GRACIA. Rv. Cross fleury, nothing in angles. Er.327, Dup.647. Irregular surfaces from dings applied after strik- ing. About Very Fine. (600-700)

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From the Querendon Collection.

under open coronet, 6 wavy-arm star or "sun" above, no circle. Rv. Cross fleury with two "F's" and lis in the angles. Fr.345, Dup.775. Off-center strike with lower r. obverse legend off planchet. AU-50 (NGC). (650-750)

From the Querendon Collection.

Crowned arms, mintmark below, wavy-arm star above. Rv. Short Greek cross, pellet at center, all in 11-point Gothic frame. Fr.351, Dup.889. Large letter legend, essentially fully round planchet shows traces of mount removal. Despite the minor flaw, this example is still wholly pleasing. AU Details (NGC). (1,750-2,225) From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Francois 1, 1515-1541. Ecu d'or du Dauphine, n.d. Circular quartered Arms of France and Dauphine. Rv. Cross fleury, pelle at 12:30 on inner circle. Fr.354, Dup.782. Delightful glowing gold. Off- round flan with one nearly straight side. AU-50 (NGC). (900-1,100) From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Charles IX, 1560-1574. Ecu d'or, 1566 1. Limoges. Small crowned shield, title CAROLVS. IX. D.G: FRANCO: REX (6-point Star). Rv. Mintmark at center of filigree cross fleury. Fr.378, Dup.1057 var. Smooth and beautifully struck. EE-45 (NGC). (900-1,100) From the Querendon Collection.

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From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XIII, 1610-1643. Ecu d'or au soleil, 1630 D. Lyon. Crowned shield, no circle, FRAN ET NAVA REX. Rv. Openwork cross fleury, "D" at center. Fr. 398, Dup.1282 var. Soft golden lustre with slightly weakly struck centers. Somewhat wavy surfaces give the obverse a crease. AU-55 (NGC). (1,100-1,250)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XIII, 1610-1643. Ecu d'or au soleil, 1637 D. Eyon. Crowned shield, no circle, FRAN ET NAVA REX. Rv. Openwork cross fleury, "D" at center. Fr. 398, Dup.1282 var. Obverse is faintly wavy, boldly lustrous. Minor split at lower obverse called a "test cut" by NGC. AU Details (NGC). (1,100-1,250)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XIII, 1610-1643. Louis d'or a la meche courte, 1642 A. Paris. Laureate head r., star above. Rv. Cruciform crowned double "Us" with mintmark at center. Gad.58, Fr.410, KM 105. Light circula- tion, scattered die rust. A pleasing coin that displays wonderfully original surfaces on both sides. EF-40 (NGC). (1,500-1,600)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XIII, 1610-1643. Half Louis d'or a la meche longue, 1641 A. Paris. Laureate head r., long curl on neck. Rv. Cruciform crowned double "L's." Gad. 57, Fr.411, KM 125. Field ticks at 12:00 may suggest mounting removal, scratches appear on truncation, as well as some minor hairlines noted in the fields. Very Fine. (700-750)

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321 FRANCE. Louis XIV, 1643 -1715. Half Louis d'or a la meche courte,

1645 A. Paris. Laureate boy's head r. with short curl. Rv. Cruciform crowned double "Us." Gad.234, Fr.416, KM 148.1. Tiny edge nick at 11:30, hints of obverse brushing. Reverse shows dropped lamina- tion in lower field. Very Fine. (1,250-1,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

322 FRANCE. Louis XIV, 1643-1715. Louis d'or a la meche longue, 1652 A. Paris. Boy's head r. with long curl. Rv. Cruciform crowned double "L's" with lis in angles. Gad. 245, Fr.418, KM 157.1. This partly lustrous coin presents minimal actual wear, however a glass finds a few light obverse field scratches. AU Details (NGC). (1,100-1,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

323 FRANCE. Louis XIV, 1643 -1715. Louis d'or a la tete nue, 1680 A. Paris. Young man's head r. Different Palm, Mint Director Jean Hindret, Rv. Cruciform crowned double "L's." Gad.247, Fr.423, KM 236.1. A pair of spots noted on the obverse. Original color and surfaces combine with a decent strike for good eye appeal. AU-55 (NGC). (2,500-3,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

324 FRANCE. Louis XIV, 1643-1715. Louis d'or a Tecu, 1690 D. Lyon. Laureate mature bust r.. Eagle Head different below. Rv. Royal Arms of France. Gad.250, KM 278.3. Lovely strike and satisfying lustre provide ample visual appeal. AU-58 (NGC). (1,250-1,500)

325 FRANCE. Louis XIV, 1643-1715. Ecu aux trois couronnes, 1712 &. Aix. Mailed old bust r. Rv. Flower Different over three crowns with lis in angles. Gad.229, Dav.1324, KM 386.24. Delicate blue- gray toning, obverse adjustment marks, struck on an interesting 42.5 X 40.4mm ovoid planchet. Extremely Fine. (600-650)

326 FRANCE. Louis XIV, 1643-1715. Ecu aux trois couronnes, 1712 9. Rennes. Mailed old bust r. Rv. Flower Different over three crowns with lis in angles. Gad.229, Dav.1324, KM 386.23. Dark obverse toning around LVD., subtle rose and gold elsewhere. Extremely Fine. (300-350)

Ex our sale of January 2004, Lot 291.

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FRANCE. Louis XV, 1715-1774. Louis d'or aux lunettes, 1728 R. Cow. Orleans. Draped boy's bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin oval shields of France and Navarre. Differents Halberd, Lion's Head. Gad.340, KM 489.18, Fr.461. Rich lustre, with scratches noted on both sides. A circling die crack atop right side of motto. About Uncirculated. (1,000-1,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XV, 1715-1774. Louis d'or aux lunettes, 1730/29 A. Paris. Draped boy's bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin oval shields of France and Navarre. Differents Fox, Cinquefoil. Gad.340, KM 489.1, Fr.461. Moderate wear is appropriate to the grade, detail is bold overall. A nice collector coin. Very Fine. (400-475)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XV, 1715-1774. Louis d'or aux lunettes, 1732 A. Paris. Draped boy's bust 1., dot under "U" of LUD. Rv. Crown over twin oval shields of France and Navarre. Differents Fox, Cinquefoil. Gad.340, KM 489.1, Fr.461. Moderately worn surfaces yield light hairlines under close inspection. Otherwise, a pleasing Very Fine. (450-500)

From the Querendon Collection.

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FRANCE. Louis XV, 1715-1774. Double Louis d'or au bandeau, 1745 BB. Strasbourg. Mature head 1., long hair with headband. Rv. Crown over oval shields of France and Navarre. Differents Heart, Star. Gad.346, KM 519.3, Fr.463. Splendid strike and minimal wear define this stately coin. EF-40 (NGC). (1,700-1,850)

From the Querendon Collection.

331 FRANCE. Louis XV, 1715-1774. Double Louis d'or au bandeau, 1759 Cow. Pan. Mature head 1., long hair with headband. Rv. Crown over oval shields of France and Navarre. Differents Flower, Wheat garb. Gad.346, KM 522, Fr.463. Scattered obverse die rust, reverse has a short streak with adjustment marks at center. Decent strike, although some weakness at King's locks. Bright golden lustre is frosty and the surfaces are delightful. AU-58 (NGC). (1,500-1,750) From the Querendon Collection.

332 FRANCE. Louis XV, 1715-1774. Ecu aux lauriers, 1726 C. Caen. Boy's bust 1. Rv. Crowned oval shield in laurels. Gad.321, Dav.1330, KM 486.5. Wear is evident on obverse high points, reverse is near Extremely Fine. Very Fine. (250-300)

333 FRANCE. Pair of 18th century Brass Jetons ☆ Louis XV, 1715- 1774. Peace in the Seas Jeton, n.d. 26.2 x 24.3mm, thin planchet. Mailed bust r. Rv. Neptune in marine car. Struck in Niirnberg ☆ Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Equestrian Statue of Louis XV, n.d. 24mm. Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (150-175)

334 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1 786

A. Paris. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Heron, Lyre. Gad.363, KM 592.1, Fr.461. Bold lustre over slightly porous obverse, reverse adjustment marks. A pleasing example of this popular type coin. AU-55 (NGC). (2,000-2,500) From the Querendon Collection.

335 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 A. Paris. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Heron, Lyre. Gad.363, KM 592.1, Fr.461. Light wear on high points, ample flashing gold lustre over decent surfaces that show faint adjustment marks. Wonderful coppery-gold original coloration adorns this lovely coin. AU-50 (NGC). (1,100-1,300)

From the Querendon Collection.

336 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 B. Rouen. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Lamb of God, Goat. Gad.363, KM 592.3, Fr.461. Adjustment marks and one ancient toned-over obverse scratch hallmark this appealing specimen. AU Details (NGC). (950-1,100)

From the Querendon Collection.

Intriguing Double Struck 1786 D Double Louis D'or

337 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 D. Lyon. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Bee, Eagle Head. Gad.363, KM 592.5, Fr.461. Boldly double-struck. Soft, satin gold surfaces with only the lightest signs of friction. AU-53 (NGC). (950-1,100) From the Querendon Collection.

338 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 D. Lyon. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Bee, Eagle Head. Gad.363, KM 592.5, Fr.461. Faint roughness at obverse center from planchet preparation. Light surface hairlines are noted by NGC, but this coin is lustrous and thoroughly pleasing. AU Details (NGC). (950-1,100)

From the Querendon Collection.

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FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 D. Lyon. Mature bust 1. with die polish striae in hair. Bee different below. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Na- varre, tiny Eagle Head different before date. Gad.363, KM 592.5. Superficial wear, deep gold lustre coalesces around the sharply defined reliefs. About Uncirculated. (800-1,000)

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FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 D. Lyon. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Bee, Eagle Head. Gad.363, KM 592.5, Fr.461. Both sides show moderate wear, light marks. Very Fine. (525-600)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 1. Limoges. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Arrows, Cross. Gad.363, KM 592.7, Fr.461. Pellet below "D." Signs of light adjustment marks. Forceful strike. Light friction in fields, lustrous. AU-53 (NGC). (900-1,000) From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 N. Montpellier. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Bow, Cat. Gad.363, KM 592.11, Fr.461. Jumbo 29.4mm planchet. Precise strike and partial lustre accentuate this lovely example that shows strong clash marks on the obverse. AU-55 (NGC). (900-1,000)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 AA. Metz. Undraped mature bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Gad.363, KM 592.2. Assertive golden lustre adds to this boldly struck coin's rich appeal. AU-58 (NGC). (1,000-1,500)

From the Rajj Collection. Ex our sale of November 1988, Lot 521.

FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Double Louis d'or au buste nu, 1792 A. Paris. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Lioness, Lyre. Gad.363, KM 592.1, Fr.461. Dots appear below UD of LUD. Matte olive-gold surfaces mark this example of the last date of traditional royal coinage, struck as the French Revolution was bursting into full blaze. Examination shows extensive smoothing on the obverse. Choice Very Fine. (900-1,100)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 W. Lille. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Star, Half-Lis. Gad.361, KM 591.15, Fr.475. Boldly struck, slightly off-center. Pleasing original gold toning. Choice Extremely Fine. (450-550)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Louis d'or au buste nu, 1786 AA. Metz. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Grenade, Ermine. Gad.361, KM 591.2, Fr.475. Dot appears below "D" of LUD. Boldly struck resulting in crisp details. Light bend to the planchet. Choice Extremely Fine. (450-550)

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347 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Louis d'or au buste nu, 1787 A. Paris. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Heron, Lyre. Gad.361, KM 591.1, Fr.475. Moder- ate wear, scattered hairlines in the fields. Very Fine. (300-400) From the Querendon Collection.

348 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Louis d'or au buste nu, 1788 1. Limoges. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Arrows, Cross. Gad.361, KM 591.7, Fr.475. Brief circulation, adjustment marks on both sides, as are some light hairlines. Extremely Fine. (500-600)

From the Querendon Collection.

349 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Louis d'or au buste nu, 1788 AA. Metz. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Grenade, Ermine. Gad.361, KM 591.2, Fr.475. Especially bold detail on the King's face, ample lustre, no serious circulation marks. An attractive example. AlJ-50 (NGC). (500-575) From the Querendon Collection.

350 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Louis d'or au buste nu, 1789 D. Lyon. Undraped bust 1. Rv. Crown over twin shields of France and Navarre. Differents Bee, Eagle Head. Gad.361, KM 591.5, Fr.475. Lustrous and well detailed, forceful vertical adjustment marks at reverse center. Choice Extremely Fine. (500-600)

From the Querendon Collection.

351 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Ecu aux lauriers, 1789 A. Paris. Young bust 1. in court attire. Different Heron. Rv. Crowned oval

Arms in laurels. Gad.356. KM 564.1. A handsome, well struck coin displaying pervasive pearl-gray toning with a hint of gold. AU-58 (NGC). (400-450)

352 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Constitutional Period. Ecu de

6 Livres, Type Frangois, 1792 1. Limoges. Ponderous bust 1., consti- tutional title ''King of the French." Rv. Dupre's Genius inscribing the Constitution. Gad.55, KM 615 var. Gleaming full silver lustre joins a meticulous strike to make this an extraordinary coin of the Revolution. MS-63 (NGC). (800-1,000)

353 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Constitutional Period. Copper Essai Monneron Freres 2 Sols, 1792, An 4. Liberty seated 1. with fasces, cap on pole, tablet RIGHTS OF MAN ARTICLE 5. Rv. Legend REVOLUTION FRANQAISE around inscription announcing Medal of Two Sols Sold House of Monneron at Paris. Mazard 157, type of KM Tn25. Fiery mint red glorifies a meticulous strike. MS-65 RB (NGC). (350-450)

354 FRANCE. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Constitutional Period. Ecu de

6 Livres, 1793 M. Toulouse. Bare head 1. title ROI DES FRANQOIS. Rv. Winged Genius inscribing Constitution. Gad.42, KM 615.6. Decent strike, heavy adjustment marks at 1. reverse border. About Extremely Fine. (550-600)

Ex Dimitry Markov Mail Bid Sale 11, September 2003, Eot 557.

355 FRANCE. First Republic, Convention, 1793-1795. Ecu de 6 Livres,

1793, An II A. Paris. Genius inscribing Constitution. Rv. REPUB- EIQUE FRANQOISE , value in circle wreath. Gad.58, KM 624.1. Only Paris strike with Christian date. Excellent strike and golden surfaces. About Uncirculated. (400-475)

356 FRANCE. First Republic, Convention, 1793-1795. Ecu de 6 Livres, 1793, An II A. Paris. Genius inscribing Constitution. Rv. REPUB- EIQUE FRANQOISE , value in circle wreath. Gad.58, KM 624.1. Moderate circulation, deep gray-gold toning. Very Fine. (200-250)

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357 FRANCE. Napoleon, as First Consul, 1799-1804. 40 Francs, An

12 A (1804). Paris. Bare head 1. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. Fr.479, KM 652. Light adjustment marks seen at the left obverse rim. A deep gold example with scattered surface marks, though these are consistent with the grade and none are serious. About Extremely Fine. (550-650)

358 FRANCE. Napoleon, as First Consul, 1799-1804. 40 Francs, FAn

12 (1804) A. Paris. Craggy-featured head 1. by Tiolier. Rv. Value in

wreath. Fr.479, Gad. 1080, KM 652. Two-year type immediately preceding the proclamation of the Empire. Scattered contact marks are seen on both sides, notably at reverse center. Lightly bent. Extremely Fine. (550-650)

From the Querendon Collection.

359 FRANCE. Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 40 Francs, FAn 13 (1804-1805) A. Paris. Round-featured head by Tiolier and J.P. Droz. Rv. REPUBLIQUE FRANQAISE , value in wreath. Gad.1081, Fr.481, KM 664.1. Normal wear, scattered contact ticks. Very Fine. (450-550)

The combination of Emperor and Republic was retained until 1809. This followed the amendment to the existing republican constitution that stated, "The affairs of the Republic are entrusted to an Emperor."

From the Querendon Collection.

360 FRANCE. Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 40 Francs, FAn

13 (1804-1805) A. Paris. Round-featured head by Tiolier and J.P.

Droz. Rv. REPUBEIQUE FRANQAISE , value in wreath. Gad.1081, Fr.481, KM 664.1. Wear is appropriate to this grade; surfaces are lightly pebbly with some contact marks, scratch. About Very Fine. (400-500)

From the Querendon Collection.

361 FRANCE. Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 40 Francs, 1806 A.

Paris. Bare head 1. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. Fr.481, KM 675.1. A solid, honey gold example. Expected marks, all consistent with the grade. Choice Very Eine. (550-650)

362 FRANCE. Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 40 Francs, 1811 A.

Paris. Laureate head 1. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. Fr.505, KM 696.1. Light contact marks consistent with the wear seen on this piece. There are a few very short parallel scratches on Napoleon's jawbone, but they are not serious. Very Fine. (550-650)

363 FRANCE. Pair of 20 Francs: ☆ Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814.

20 Francs, 1810 A. Paris. Laureate head 1. Rv. Value in wreath. Fr.511, KM 695.1. Deep gold with traces of residual lustre ☆ Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 20 Francs, 1869 A. Paris. Laureate head r. Rv. Crowned and mantled Arms. Fr.584, KM 801.1. Straw gold with sparkling lustre remaining in the protected areas. Both are Extremely Fine and have been lightly cleaned in the past. (Total; 2 pieces)(550-650)

364 FRANCE. Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 20 Francs, 1811 A.

Paris. Laureate head 1. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. Fr.511, KM 695.1. Traces of coppery toning over the bright gold surfaces. Bagmarks on both sides, including a few short scratches on Na- poleon's jaw. Choice Fine. (250-300)

From the Rajj Collection.

365 FRANCE. Pair of 5 Francs certified by ICG: ☆ Napoleon, as

First Consul, 1799-1804. 5 Francs, An XI (1804) A. Bare head r. Rv. Value in wreath. KM 650.1. Medium wear. VF-30 ☆ Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 5 Francs, 1813 A. Laureate head r. Rv. Similar. KM 694.1. Lustrous, hint of rub. AU-55. A useful and historic pair depicting Napoleon first as Premier Consul and then as Emperor. (Total: 2 pieces) (325-425)

Prooflike Specimen 20 Francs of the Hundred Days

2x photo

366 FRANCE. Napoleon, as Emperor, 1804-1814. 20 Francs, 1815 A. Paris. The Hundred Days. Laureate head L Rv. EMPIRE FRAN- QAIS around Laurel wreath enclosing value. Gad.l025a, KM 705.1. Small "A" mintmark is typical of the coins struck during Napoleon's brief return to power after escaping exile on Elba. Gorgeous flashing prooflike fields and lightly frosted reliefs give this breath-taking coin an appearance wholly unlike that of any ordinary Mint State example. The strike, however, does not show the precision to be expected from a true Proof. This coin, as the late B. Max Mehl used to say, "carries its own credentials," and must have been made for presentation or other special purpose. Specimen Choice Uncirculated. (5,000-7,500)

Chafing in exile on the small island of Elba off the Tuscan coast, Napo- leon escaped to the southern coast of France and marched swiftly on Paris, winning over forces sent to arrest him by restored Bourbon King Louis XVIII. Napoleon strove mightily to recreate a French Army to counter the advancing Allies, but the men he needed lay dead from Russia to the Rhine. The Emperor threw what men he could gather against his enemies before suffering final defeat at Waterloo and perpetual banishment on the South Atlantic island of Saint Helena. Enshrined forever in romantic legend as the Hundred Days, his resurrected Empire only lasted from March 20 to June 22, 1815.

367 FRANCE. Louis XVIII, 1814-1824. 40 Francs, 1818 W. Eille. Head

r. of restored Bourbon monarch. Rv. Crowned Arms in wreath. Gad.1092, KM 713.6. Strongly detailed but appears to have been brushed with resulting hairlines and an obverse scratch. Extremely Fine. (450-550)

From the Querendon Collection.

368 FRANCE. Louis XVIII, 1814-1824. 20 Francs, 1814 A. Uniformed

bust r. in peruke. Rv. Crowned royal Arms, PIECE DE 20 FRANCS. Gad.1026, KM 706.1. First Restoration issue. Pleasing light circula- tion on this short lived type. Extremely Fine. (250-300)

From the Querendon Collection.

369 FRANCE. Louis XVIII, 1814-1824. 20 Francs, 1814 A. Paris. Bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms within wreath. Fr.525, KM 706.1. Circulated with signs of a gentle past wiping. Extremely Fine. (300-350)

Struck during the First Restoration, after Napoleon was defeated and sent into exile at Elba, but before his return in March 1815, when he regained power for 100 days before his final defeat at Waterloo.

From the Rajj Collection.

370 FRANCE. Louis XVIII, 1814-1824. Pair of ANACS-certified 20

Francs: ☆ 1814 Q. Perpignan. Bust r. Rv. Crowned Arms in wreath. KM 706.1. VF-35 ☆ 1824 A Pans. Head r. Rv. Similar to above. KM 712.1. EF-40. A pleasing pair, the first a somewhat scarce issue with 29,000 struck, the latter a common, but final year of Louis XVIII's reign. (Total: 2 pieces) (500-600)

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371 FRANCE. Lot of five silver 5 Francs: ☆ 1821 A. EF-40 (ICG) ☆ 1827 B. EF-40 (ICG) ☆ 1833 A. AU-55 Details (ICG) Tooled, cleaned. ☆ 1841 W. AU Details (NGC) Surface hairlines ☆ 1845 W. EF-40 (NGC). An interesting grouping of these lightly circulated mid- 19th century crowns. (Total: 5 pieces) (250-300)

372 FRANCE. Charles X, 1824-1830. Uniface Essai 5 Francs (1824). Obverse head of the new King by Nicolas Tiolier. Heavily silver- plate on bronze, reverse blank. Maz.883B, Gad.641. Described as bronze argente, of the highest quality. MS-62 (NGC). (325-425) The aged King, entitled the Comte d' Artois before ascending the throne, was the last ruler of the senior branch of the House of Bourbon, overthrown in favor of his scheming cousin Louis Philippe, Due d' Orleans, in July 1830.

373 FRANCE. Charles X, 1824-1830. 40 Francs, 1830 A. Paris. Incuse

letters. Bare head r. Rv. Crowned royal Arms in laurel. KM 721.1. Incuse edge inscription, full lustre and sharp strike are of a quality rarely encountered. MS-61 (NGC). (1,750-2,000)

374 FRANCE. Louis Philippe 1, 1830-1848. 40 Francs, 1834 A. Paris.

Oak-crowned King of the French 1. Rv. Value in wreath. KM 721.1, Gad. 1106. Some lustre in protected areas. Light hairlines noted. Extremely Fine. (550-650)

From the Querendon Collection.

375 FRANCE. Louis Philippe I, 1830-1848. 5 Francs, 1847 A. Oak-

crowned head r., title King of the French. Rv. Value in laurel. KM 749.1. Exquisite preservation for a workhorse coin that stayed long years in circulation, smooth silver underlies light golden toning. MS-64 (NGC). (350-450)

376 FRANCE. Pair of 20 Francs: ☆ Second Republic, 1848-1852. 20

Francs, 1851 A. Paris. Laureate head r. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. KM 762 ☆ Third Republic, 1871-1940. 20 Francs, 1906. Liberty head r. Rv. Rooster divides value. KM 857. Both Extremely Fine, the second ex-jewelry. (Total: 2 pieces) (475-550)

377 FRANCE. Second Republic, 1848-1852. 5 Francs, 1851 A. Paris. Large Republic head by Oudine 1. Rv. Laurel and oak enclose value. Gad.719, KM 761.1. Complete frosty silver lustre amplifies the appeal of an exacting strike. MS-62 (NGC). (550-600)

378 FRANCE. Second Republic, 1848-1852. Franc, 1852 A. Paris. Bare head r. by Barre. Rv. Value in Oak-laurel wreath, legend RE- PUBLIQUE FRANCAISE. Gad.458. Issued in the short interlude between Louis Napoleon's coup d'etat against the ineffective and paralyzed republican regime and his proclamation as Emperor Napoleon III. A near Gem of the most remarkable beauty. MS-64 (NGC). (450-550)

Ex John J. Pittman Collection, Part 3 (David Akers Numismatics, August 1999, Eot 4138.)

379 FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 100 Francs, 1858 A. Paris. Bare head 1. by Barre. Rv. Imperial Arms on mantle, careful examina- tion reveals a total of 22 eagles in this majestic design. KM 786.1, Gad. 1135. Light circulation, a few scattered contact marks and scuffs. A decent Choice Extremely Fine. (1,200-1,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

380 FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 100 Francs, 1859 BB. Strasbourg.

Bare head 1. by Barre. Rv. Imperial Arms on mantle. KM 786.2, Gad.1135. This coin saw some circulation, and shows light contact marks. Extremely Fine. (1,200-1,400)

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381 FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 100 Francs, 1862 A. Paris. Laureate head r. Rv. Arms on mantle. Gad. 1136, KM 802.1. Some lustre surrounds the reliefs, surface hairlines are unobtrusive. AU Details (NGC). ''Surface Hairlines." (1,500-1,750)

From the Rajj Collection.

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FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. Gold Essai 10 Francs, 1862 E. Different Anchor. Emperor's laureate head r., two Anchors flank engraver's signature BARRE below. Rv. EMPIRE FRANQAIS, laurel wreath encloses value and date, "E" below tie. Maz.1620, Gad.1015. Glorious deep-mirror fields highlight the microscopically precise legends and devices. Specimen-64 (PCGS). (5,500-7,500)

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From the Querendon Collection.

Notable 1885 Victor Hugo Plaque

FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 50 Francs, 1856 A. Paris. Bare head 1. by Barre. Rv. Imperial Arms on mantle. KM 785.2, Gad. 1111. Wear on high points of the obverse, hazy surfaces show underlying lustre. Choice Very Fine. (700-750)

From the Querendon Collection.

FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 20 Francs, 1863 BB. Strasbourg. Laureate head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial Arms on mantle. Fr.585, KM 801.2 Fresh golden lustre with only light field lines noted. Uncirculated, or finer. (250-275)

From the Rajj Collection.

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FRANCE. 1885 Victor Hugo Foundry Cast Plaque, 9^/4 x 714 inches. By Rene Rozet. About Uncirculated. Bronze rectangle with slop- ing or "faceted" sides highlights a raised 130mm medallion bearing Rozat's portrait of this great French liberal writer deep in thought, separate label below is inscribed VICTOR HUGO. Forrer V:263. Cast by the Henry-Bonnard Bronze Co., New York. (300-400) From the Franklin West Collection.

FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 100 Francs, 1869 BB. Strasbourg. Laureate head r. Rv. Crowned and mantled Arms, value and date. Fr.581, KM 802.2. Lightly toned with a clear yellow-gold shade. Surfaces show the normal contact marks but nothing out of the ordinary. About Uncirculated. (1,500-2,000)

FRANCE. Napoleon III, 1852-1870. 50 Francs, 1855 A. Paris. Bare head 1. by Barre. Rv. Imperial Arms on mantle. KM 785.2, Gad. 1111. Evidence of active circulation, and shows light contact marks. Extremely Eine. (700-800)

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389 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1871-1940. 100 Francs, "1891" A. Paris. Winged Genius inscribes tablet. Rv. Value and date in wreath. KM 832. Date smoothed out, and "1891" engraved in its place. Reverse hairlined. Choice Extremely Fine, nearly About Uncir- culated. (1,300-1,500)

From the Rajj Collection. Ex Stack's December 1991 sale, Lot 450.

390 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1871-1940. 100 Francs, 1907 A. Paris. Genius inscribing Constitution. Rv. Value and date in wreath. Fr.590, KM 858. Lightly hairlined. About Uncirculated or bet- ter. (1,300-1,400)

392 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1871-1940. 100 Francs, 1909 A. Paris.

Winged Genius standing, inscribing tablet. Rv. Denomination and date in wreath. Fr.590, KM 858. A fully lustrous and minimally marked specimen of this popular large size gold coin. A beautiful and classic design. MS-62 (NGC). (1,500-1,800)

It is interesting to note the comparative rarity of the French 100 Francs. There were 20,000 examples struck of this coin, compared with 2,988,907 1909 U.S. double eagles struck.

Ex our February 1998 sale, Lot 683.

393 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1871-1940. 20 Francs, 1877 A. Paris.

Winged Genius inscribing tablet. Rv. Denomination and date in wreath. Fr.592, KM 825. Pleasingly original lustrous surfaces. Choice Uncirculated. (280-350)

From the Rajj Collection.

394 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1871-1940. Pair of 20 Francs, 1896 A

and 1897 A. Paris. Genius inscribing Constitution. Rv. Value and date within wreath. KM 825. The 1896 is flashy and semi-prooflike, while the 1897 is a more satiny coin. Both with light bagmarks. Both Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (475-550)

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391 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1871-1940. 100 Francs, 1908 A. Paris.

Genius standing inscribing Constitution. Rv. Value in wreath, date 396 below. Fr.590, KM 832. Flashy prooflike lustre abounds, surfaces display marks from bag storage. MS-61 (NGC). (1,500-1,800)

From the Rajj Collection. Ex Eugene J. Detmer Collection (Stack's, February 1983, Lot 29).

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397

Matte Proof 1898 La Semeuse 2 Francs

FRANCE. Third Republic, 1870-1940. Matte Proof 2 Francs, 1898. First date of Louis Oscar Roty's "Sower" design, la Semeuse. Rv. Small "2" over value and olive branch. Gad. 532, KM 845.1. One of a tiny number of Matte Proofs prepared with the handsome design by Victor D. Brenner's teacher Roty. Proof-62 Matte (NGC). (750-800)

FRANCE. Third Republic, 1870-1940. Essai Bronze Dupuis Type 5 Centimes, 1898. Youthful Marianne bust r. Rv. Warrior France seated, ESSAI below value at r. Maz.2202, Gad. 165. Handsome, largely mint red. MS-64 RB (NGC). (300-350)

Work of a great French engraver murdered the next year by his deranged wife.

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398 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1870-1940. 100 Francs, 1935. Stream- lined modernistic winged Liberty head 1. Rv. Value over olive, wheat and oak. KM 880. Identified with the Socialist ministry of Leon Blum, this Lucien Bazor design has only two collectible dates. Handsome red-gold lustre offers unusual eye appeal. MS-64 (NGC). (850-950)

399 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1870-1940. Silver Pattern 10 Francs, 1929. Sleek Liberty head r. in tight-fitting cap by Popineau for the design competition or Concours of 1929. Maz.2250, Gad.797. One of nine struck in silver and one of the most attractive pattern designs of the 10 designs submitted. MS-64 (NGC). (1,500-1,600)

400 FRANCE. Third Republic, 1870-1940. Experimental Alloy Pattern

2 Francs, ca. 1928. Dupre's standing Genius and Constitution, tiny A.B. 1. of signature. Rv. Legend identifies Societe Frangaise de Monnayage, inscription notes ESSAI QUATERNAIRE, Alloy of .500 fine Silver. Similar to Mazard 2609, but that Pattern is inscribed AEEIAGE BINAIRE D' ARGENT 0,630. Both date from the era of experimentation of debased Silver alloys that had most of Europe joined in. PCGS filament calls this a Pattern 2 Prancs. Specimen-64 (PCGS). (600-650)

401 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. Platinum 100 Francs, 1986. Statue ofEiberty Gentennial. Statue of Liberty with centennial dates. Rv. Liberty cap above inscription, value and date below. KM 960c. From a mintage of 9,500 pieces. Deeply mirrored fields provide excellent contrast with the frosty motifs. Light speckling. Proof-65 Ultra Cameo (NGC). (1,200-1,500)

Total actual platinum weight: .6423 ounce.

From the Rajj Gollection.

Trio of Imposing Gold Piefort 50 Francs

402 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. Proof Gold Piefort 50 Francs, 1974. Hercules flanked by Liberty and Equality. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. KM P510, type of KM 941. Just 241 pieces minted. A beautiful Proof gold coin displaying lovely liquid mir- ror fields and bright, frosty reliefs. A beautiful coin that should see spirited bidding. Proof-63 Ultra Cameo (NGC).(5,000-5,500) Total actual gold weight: 3.3077 ounces.

From the Rajj Gollection.

403 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. Proof Gold Piefort Gold 50 Francs, 1979. Hercules stands between Liberty and Justice. Rv. Denomination within olive and oak wreath. KM P651, type of KM 941 (silver). Struck in gold, one of only 400 examples. Only the most minute hairlines in the fields prevent an even higher grade designation. A beautiful example. Proof-64 Ultra Cameo (NGC). (4,750-5,500)

Total actual gold weight: approximately 3.2463 ounces.

From the Rajj Gollection.

404 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. Proof Gold Piefort 50 Francs, 1980. Hercules flanked by Liberty and Equality. Rv. Value in wreath, date below. KM P681, type of KM 941. Mintage: 500. A sparkling, high quality example of this hefty gold coin. Proof-67 Cameo (NGC). (4,750-5,500)

Total actual gold weight: approximately 3.2896 ounces.

From the Rajj Gollection.

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Imposing 1979 Gold Pattern Ecu

405 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. Gold Pattern Ecu, 1979. Paris.

Europa standing in stylized laurel wreath, 3 groups of III. By P. Rodier. Rv. Nine European Union country emblems, cruciform ECU at center. KM X32. 1,460 struck by Paris Mint in .920 Gold, 50 grams. PL-68 (NGC). (2,000-2,500)

Total actual gold weight: 1.4791 ounces.

From the Rajj Collection.

406 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. 500th Anniversary of Leonardo's

Mona Lisa, 2003. Pair of commemoratives: ☆1-1/2 Euro. Silver. KM 1353 ☆ 20 Euro. Gold . KM 1354. Both pieces grade Gem Cameo Proof. Includes display case, capsules, brochure, and certificate. (Total: 2 pieces) (700-750)

Total actual gold weight: 0.5028 ounce.

407 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. 60th Anniversary of the Invasion

of Normandy on D-Day. 2004. Pair of commemoratives: ☆ 1-1 / 2 Euro. Silver. KM 1369. Proof-69 First Strike (PCGS) ☆ 20 Euro. Gold. KM 1370. Proof-69 First Strike (PCGS). Includes display case and certificate. (Total: 2 pieces) (700-750)

Total actual gold weight: 0.5028 ounce.

Fascinating Two-Obverse French 2 Cents, 2000

Potentially Unique

408 FRANCE. Fifth Republic, 1959-. 2 Cents, 2000. Error strike with two obverses. Date below Fabrienne Courtiade's disembodied woman's face with RF. Copper-plated Steel Euro coinage first date. Several two-reverse pieces are known, but this two-obverse error is believed unique. Full red. MS-60 (ANACS). (2,000-2,500)

409 GERMANY. 1632 Gustaf II Adolf Death Medal. Silver, 39.8mm, 16.4 grams. By Sebastian Dadler. Goppel 131 var. Extremely Fine.

Obv. Armored bust of Swedish King in ornate frame. Rev. Hebrew JEHOVAH over palm, crown, laurel and sword at battlefield of Liitzen, Latin legend hails rescuer of the Protestant cause who died triumphant in battle, 6 Nov. 1632. (300-375)

410 GERMANY. Ca. 1750 Baptism Medal. Gold, 21.3mm, 3.4 grams. About Extremely Fine. Holy Spirit over baptismal group, Fraktur legend. Who Believes and is Baptized will become Holy. Rv. 8-line in- scription of Christ's words and grace. Weight of the Gold Ducat. Strong lustre with a wealth of detail. (400-450)

From the Querendon Collection.

411 GERMAN STATES. AUGSBURG. Heinrich V von Knoringen, 1598-1646. Taler, 1643. Laureate and armored bust r. Rv. City view with acorn and base dividing date, cherub above. Dav.5039, KM 77. Boldly struck with frosty lustre. Pale gray gold iridescence. Light field lines are noted on the obverse but blend in with the surfaces. A lovely City View Taler. MS-62 (NGC). (700-900)

Ex Spink-Smythe April 2009 sale, Eot 2762.

412 GERMAN STATES. BADEN. Friedrich 1, 1856-1907. 10 Mark,

1873 G. Bearded head 1. Rv. First Reverse. KM 260. Pleasing lustre, crumbling rims. Test cut on reverse rim. About Uncir- culated. (200-250)

From the Rajj Collection.

413 GERMAN STATES. Pair of 10 Mark pieces: ☆ BADEN. Fried-

rich 1, 1856-1907. 10 Mark, 1879 G. Head 1. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 264. Lustrous. Choice About Uncirculated ☆ PRUSSIA. Friedrich III, March-June 1888. 10 Mark, 1888 A. Berlin. Head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 514. Hairlines noted on either side. About Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (450-550)

414 GERMAN STATES. Trio of 10 Mark pieces: ☆ BADEN. Fried- rich I, as Grand Duke, 1856-1907. 10 Mark, 1890 G. Head 1. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 267. Small edge nick. Good Very Fine ☆ HAMBURG. Freie und Hansestadt. 10 Mark, 1903 J. City Arms. Rv. Large Eagle. KM 292. A good amount of retained lustre. About Uncirculated ☆ WURTTEMBERG. Wilhelm II, 1891-1918. 10 Mark, 1909 R Freudenstadt. Head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 633. Strong lustre with some light hairlines. Die clashing seen on the reverse. About Uncirculated. (Total: 3 pieces) (500-700)

The first is from our Coin Galleries sale of July 2007, Eot 2451; the second from our Coin Galleries sale of December 2008, Eot 631.

415 GERMAN STATES. BADEN. Friedrich I, 1856-1907. 10 Mark,

1897 G. Bearded head 1. Rv. Arms. KM 267. Rich golden lustre, slight rub. AU-58 (NGC). (275-325)

416 GERMAN STATES. BAVARIA. Ludwig II, 1864-1886. 10 Mark,

1875 D. MUnchen. Bearded head of the "Mad King" r. Rv.2. KM 503. Folded-over wire rim creates a hint of edge roughness. Un- circulated. (350-400)

Ex unidentified B. Max Mehl Sale, Eot 2335.

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417 GERMAN STATES. BAVARIA. Otto, 1886-1913. 20 Mark, 1905. Head 1. KM 513. Tiny deposit at obverse edge. About Extremely Fine. (300-350)

418 GERMAN STATES. BRANDENBURG-BAYREUTH. Georg Wilhelm Karl, 1726-1735. Ducat, 1727. Homage ofKulmhach. Swan under laurel in thunderstorm, CANDOR ILLAESUS. Rv. 11 -line homage inscription. Fr.385. Glorious prooflike golden surfaces show light hairlines from a past cleaning. NGC notes that the coin is "bent" but this is minor, and can scarcely be seen in the encapsulation. A distinctive and historic Ducat type. Uncirculated Details (NGC). (1,250-1,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

419 GERMAN STATES. BREMEN. Freie und Hasestadt. 20 Mark, 1906 J. Crowned Arms with supporters. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 252. Fovely unbroken lustre over very nicely preserved surfaces. Only 20,122 pieces were struck. Uncirculated. (1,500-2,000)

420 GERMAN STATES. BRUNSWICK-LUNEBURG-CELLE. Chris- tian Ludwig, 1648-1665. Taler, 1653 HS. Wildman standing with tree at 1, flowers growing at r. SINCERE ET CONSTANTER. Rv. Helmeted 12-fold Arms. Welter 1505, Dav.6517/ 18. Soft silver gray surfaces show signs of an ancient cleaning, long since recovered. Areas of striking weakness (as made) are noted for accuracy. A decent type coin for the world crown collector. Choice Very Fine. (400-500)

421 GERMAN STATES. BRUNSWICK-WOLFENBUTTEL. Christian von Halberstadt, 1616-1626. Taler, 1626. On the Duke's Death. Obv. Complex crowned Arm in Order of the Garter. Rev. 9-line Latin vita. Dav.6327, Welter 1387. Deep ebony toning, has a fascinating silvery sheen. Bold Very Fine. (800-1,200)

Christian served as Bishop of Halberstadt in 1616-1625, where his flam- ing attacks on the Catholic Church were highlighted by his Ffaffenfeindt Taler inscribed God’s Friend is the Priests' Enemy. He was soon nicknamed "the Mad halberstadter" and was removed from his see a year before his death. As an ally of James I of England, Christian was invested as a Knight of the Garter, and the emblem of the Order appears on Talers marking his death in 1626.

422 GERMAN STATES. BRUNSWICK-WOLFENBUTTEL. August the Younger, 1635-1666. Taler, 1658. Armored bust % r. in skullcap, legend interwoven on serpentine scroll. Rv. Wreath and scroll around 11-fold Arms with five crests. Dav.6353, KM 456. A hand- some, complex design. Extremely Fine. (650-750)

Ex Miinzen u. Medaillen New York Sale, January 2004, Eot 308.

423 GERMAN STATES. ERFURT. Swedish Occupation. Gustav II Adolf, 1631-1632. Ducat, 1633. Laureate bust of Swedish king r. Rv. Crown above 5-line inscription within circle, legend. Fr.919, Ahlstrom 11, KM 63. Somewhat weak strike, wavy flan, minor scratch. Historical and interesting. Nearly fully round flan and attractive rich gold color. Extremely Fine. (550-650)

Ex Klickitat Collection, Coin Galleries, February 2002, Eot 817.

424 GERMAN STATES. FRANKFURT. Freie Stadt. Ducat, 1635 AE. Oval city Arms in elaborate arabesques. Rv. Tablet holds 5 line Latin DVCATVS/ NOWS./ REIPVBE.I FRANCO/ FVRT. Fr.972. Rich red-gold toning and bold detail delight the eye while the lightly wavy planchet and tiny edge test mark at 4:30 identify this example. About Extremely Fine. (500-600)

From the Querendon Collection.

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425 GERMAN STATES. FRANKFURT. Freie Stadt. 2 Taler, 1861.

Oak-crowned Frankfortia bust r. Rv. Single-headed city eagle, ZWEI VEREINSTHALER, XV EIN PFUND FEIN. Dav.651, KM 365. Lovely glowing lustre, scattered field marks. Uncircu- lated. (550-600)

Ex our Coin Galleries sale of July 1991, Eot 1793.

426 GERMAN STATES. FRANKFURT. Freie Stadt. Taler, 1860. Oak-

crowned Frankfortia bust r. Rv. City's single-headed eagle. KM 360. Deep gold at peripheries. Extremely Fine. (100-150)

427 GERMAN STATES. HAMBURG. 1708 Satirical Medal on the

Corruption of the Imperial Commission. Gold, 17.2mm, 3.4 grams. By Christian Wermuth. AU-58 (NGC). Obv. Hand grips coin, KOMSTU MIR SO, Thus you come to me. Rev. Imperial official covers face with hand but peers between his fingers, SO ROM ICH DIR SO, Thus do I come to you. Forrer VI:438, Goppel 1220 var. Weight of the Gold Ducat, 3.4 grams. Work of the greatest satirical medalist of his age. (700-800)

Christian Wermuth (1661-1739) was a "privileged medalist" of the German city of Gotha, permitted to strike medals at his home. He designed and struck more than 1,300 medals, many outspokenly satirical of special interests in the Empire, of French "Sun King" Louis XIV, of exiled King James II of Great Britain and his Jacobite supporters. Most are known in Silver, rarely appearing in Gold. From the Querendon Collection.

428 GERMAN STATES. HAMBURG. Freie und Hasestadt. 20

Mark, 1876 J. City Arms. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 289. Ex jewelry. Extremely Eine. (350-400)

429 GERMAN STATES. Group: ☆ HAMBURG. Freie und Hans-

estadt. 20 Mark, 1900 J. KM 295. City Arms. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 295. Lustrous About Uncirculated ☆ PRUSSIA. Wilhelm I, 1861-1888. Pair of 5 Mark, 1877 B and 1877 C. Head r. Rv. Impe- rial eagle. KM 507. A few old, thin pinscratches on both coins. Both Extremely Eine ☆ WURTTEMBERG. Karl 1, 1864-1891. 20 Mark, 1876 E. Head r. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 625. Lightly cleaned. Extremely Eine. (Total: 4 pieces) (850-950)

430 GERMAN STATES. HAMBURG. Freie und Hansestadt. 20 Marks,

1913 J. Hamburg. City Arms. Rv. Imperial Eagle. KM 295. Bright and lustrous with minor bagmarks. MS-64 (NGC). (350-400)

431 GERMAN STATES. HAMBURG. Freie und Hansestadt. 20 Mark, 1913 J. Hamburg. City Arms and supporters. Rv.3, Neue Adler. KM 295, Fr.3777. Rich gold. Uncirculated. (325-375)

From the Querendon Collection.

432 GERMAN STATES. HESSE-DARMSTADT. Ludwig III, 1848- 1877. 20 Mark, 1872 H. Bare head r. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 351. Glorious reflective fields under somewhat cloudy toning, but still attractive with a rich red-gold hue. Rare at this high grade. MS-64 (PCGS). (1,500-2,000)

433 GERMAN STATES. HESSE-DARMSTADT. Ernst Ludwig, 1892-1918. 10 Mark, 1893 A. Youthful head % 1. by Emil Weigand, issued for the Grand Duke's taking the reigns of government. Rv. 3. KM 366. A rare one-year type, showing light circulation with bold peripheral lustre. Choice Extremely Eine. (1,300-1,700)

434 GERMAN STATES. LUBECK, Freie und Hansestadt. 10 Mark, 1904 A. Double-headed eagle with city Arms of first design. KM 211. A key to the coinage of this long-time member of the Hansa group of trading ports and one of only two dates of this type. About Uncirculated. (1,000-1,250)

435 GERMAN STATES. JULICH-KLEVE-BERG. Johann III, 1511- 1539. Goldgulden, 1511. Saint Hubert standing with staff and tiny deer. Rv. Quartered Arms in quadrilobe between four smaller shields including Bavaria and Mainz. Fr.l385a. Well struck and centered, described by Eriedberg as simply "rare." Some minor graffiti is noted on the obverse. Here is an unusually desirable 16th century gold piece. Extremely Eine. (1,000-1,250)

St. Hubert is the patron of hunters. According to legend he was a passion- ate deer hunter in his dissolute youth, undergoing conversion when he was confronted in the forest by a buck carrying the holy cross between his antlers. From the Querendon Collection.

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GERMAN STATES. MAINZ. Friedrich Karl Josef, 1774-1802.

Taler, 1794 IPS lA. Ermine-robed bust r., titles Archbishop, Prince- Elector of the Empire. Rv. Cross and electoral crown over quartered shield, divided date below. Dav.2429, KM 396. Splendid lustre. Choice About Uncirculated. (750-800)

Ex Baldwin's Auction IX, New York, January 2005, Lot 263.

GERMAN STATES. MECKLENBURG-SCHWERIN. Friedrich Franz I, 1785-1837. 2/3 Taler (Gulden), 1828. Bare head 1., title Grand Duke as ratified by the Congress of Vienna. Rv. Crowned Arms on mantle. KM 270, J.31. One-year type, showing remark- ably low relief, substantial lustre with hairlines and minute contact marks. Choice Extremely Eine. (250-300)

GERMAN STATES. MECKLENBURG-SCHWERIN. Friedrich Franz II, 1842-1883. 20 Mark, 1872 A. Bare head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial Eagle. Er.3800, KM 319. A scarce issue from a mintage of 69,000. Many examples of this one year issue were lost to the ravages of circulation, two World Wars, the Great Depression and other political and economic upheavals. Pleasing medium gold color on lightly worn surfaces. Richly reflective fields remain with only light marks. Extremely Eine. (1,200-1,500)

439 GERMAN STATES. NORDLINGEN. Freie Reichsstadt. Goldgul- den, n.d. St. John standing. Rv. Orb, name of Emperor Sigismund. Er.l793. A handsome strike on nearly a perfectly round flan. EE Details (NGC). (750-850)

From the Querendon Collection.

440 GERMAN STATES. NURNBERG, Freie Reichsstadt. Taler, 1594. Hollowed as a Box Taler. Three shields of Empire and Eree City. Rv. City view. Still contains two hand-colored roundels depicting sumptuously dressed women. Dav.9603. The smoothness of the edge suggests wholesale tooling, but it is possible that the coin shell is a replica of a later century. Extremely Fine. (250-300)

441 GERMAN STATES. NURNBERG. Freie Reichsstadt. Square Half Ducat, 1700. Arms of the City. Rv. Lamb of God on globe holding vexilla inscribed PAX. Er.l890a. 14.5mm, 1.7 grams. Popular Klippe half ducat and a pleasing example of the type. MS-61 (NGC). (300-350)

From the Querendon Collection.

442 GERMAN STATES. PALATINATE. Ruprecht, 1353-1390. Goldgul-

den, n.d. Oppemheim. Standing St. John with minute imperial eagle 1. Rv. Arms. Fr.l967a. Well centered with a decent strike on full round flan. Original, rich golden color. EF-40 (NGC). (1,000-1,500)

From the Querendon Collection.

443 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Friedrich II, 1740-1786. Taler, 1784 A. Berlin. Aged laureate head r. Rv. Eagle on trophy of arms and banners. Dav.2590, KM 332.1. Much subtly glowing lustre underlies golden toning. (250-300)

Ex our sale of January 2004, Lot 424.

444 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Friedrich Wilhelm II, 1786-1797.

Friedrich d'or, 1796 A. Berlin. Draped armored bust r. Rv. Eagle on heap of shields and fasces. KM 349. A pleasing type coin with only a touch of wear. AU-55 (NGC). (1,100-1,250)

From the Rajj Collection. Ex our sale of March 1983, Lot 211.

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Gleaming 1839 A Double Friedrich d'or

445 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Friedrich Wilhelm III, 1797- 1840. 2 Friedrich d'or, 1839 A. Berlin. Mature head r. Rv. Prus- sian eagle on cannon among massed banners, date in exergue. KM 416. Virtually pristine lustre laves the fields on both sides, accentuating the splendid impression of the dies. MS-64 (NGC). (3,000-3,500)

From the Rajj Collection.

GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Wilhelm II, 1888-1918. 3 Mark, 1913. War of Liberation Centenary. King Friedrich Wilhelm III on horse surrounded by cheering subjects. The King Called and All Came. Rv. German eagle attacking Napoleonic snake, used only on this commemorative. KM 534. Glittering silver enhances a meticulous strike. Proof-64 (NGC). (300-400)

Recalling how unwilling Friedrich Wilhelm actually was in 1813, historians rewrote this quote to "The People called and the King came, reluctantly."

446 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Pair of 10 Mark pieces: ☆ Wil- helm 1, 1861-1888. 20 Mark, 1872 A. Berlin. Head r. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 501. Lustrous and free of any disturbing marks. About Uncirculated ☆ Friedrich III, March-June 1888. 20 Mark, 1888 A. Berlin. Head r. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 515. Bright and flashy with surfaces that are pleasantly mark-free for the grade. About Uncirculated or better. (Total: 2 pieces) (450-500)

447 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Wilhelm I, 1861-1888. 5 Mark,

1877 A. Berlin. Bare head r. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 507. A pleasing dimunitive gold coin with strong satiny lustre and nice surfaces. Choice Uncirculated. (500-750)

448 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Friedrich III, March-June 1888.

20 Mark, 1888 A. Berlin. Head r. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. KM 515. Abundant warm gold lustre. A few scattered contact marks, but nothing severe. Choice About Uncirculated. (350-400)

449 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Wilhelm II, 1888-1918. Pair of 20

Mark pieces: ☆ 1902 A. Berlin. Bare head r. Rv. Crowned Impe- rial eagle. KM 521. Satiny lustre over pleasing surfaces. Choice Uncirculated ☆ 1914 A. Berlin. Uniformed bust r. Rv. Crowned Imperial eagle. Minor bagmarks and one or two tiny rim nicks. Choice About Uncirculated. (Total: 2 pieces) (600-700)

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GERMAN STATES. SAXE-ALTENBURG. Johann Philipp and Three Brothers: Friedrich, Johann Wilhelm and Friedrich Wilhelm. Taler, 1611 WA. Saalfeld. Half-length vis a vis busts of Johann Philipp and Friedrich. Rv. Smaller vis a vis busts of Johann Wilhelm and Friedrich Wilhelm, collectively called Brothers and Dukes in the legend. Dav.7361, Schnee 266, Kernbach 12. Nicely struck on a somewhat uneven planchet displaying subtle gray and gold toning. Very Fine. (400-500)

450 GERMAN STATES. PRUSSIA. Wilhelm II, 1888-1918. 3 Mark, 1913 A. Berlin. Silver Reign Jubilee. Bust r. in Garde du Corps uniform. Rev. 2. KM 835. Splendid, deeply gleaming silver mir- ror fields highlight the lightly frosted reliefs. Proof-64 Cameo (NGC). (275-325)

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GERMAN STATES. SAXE-ALTENBURG. Johann Philipp and Three Brothers: Friedrich, Johann Wilhelm and Friedrich Wilhelm. Four Brothers Taler, 1624. Half-length Johann Philipp r., dividing date. Rv. Three half-length brothers r., middle figure with baton. Dav.7371. Carefully struck for an outstanding example. Extremely Fine. (500-550)

Ex Triton IX, January 2006, Lot 1922.

GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Albrecht, 1464-1500. Goldgulden, n.d. Standing Saint John holding tiny Lamb of God, Saxon shield at feet. Rv. Orb in Gothic frame. Fr.2609. Stately red-gold toning. Bold doubling of strike especially at Saint John's head. Very Fine. (600-700) From the Querendon Collection.

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Legendary 1535 Johann Friedrich "My Hope is in God" Medal

455 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. 1535 Duke Johann Friedrich "My Hope is in God" Medal. Silver cast, 62.1mm, 52.8 grams. By Hans Reinhart the Elder. Habich 1935, Domanig 154, Kress 605, Scher 126, type of Stack Collection lots 249, 250. Extremely Fine. Obv. Half-length figure of Johann Friedrich I (Duke 1503- 1554, Elector 1532-1547) % r. holding sword and electoral bonnet, clad in fur cape and high collar bearing abbreviated German motto There is no Defense against an Honorable Man. Latin leg- end notes Johann Friedrich Caused this to be Made in the 32nd Year of his Age. Skillful chasing can be detected in the fields as so often seen on Renaissance cast medals. Rev. High relief Arms with three crests and elaborate mantling, Latin legend My Hope is in God, in the Year of Our Savior 1535. This cast's sharpness approximates that of Lot 249 in the Morton and Eden sale of the Stack Collection of Important Renaissance Medals and Plaquettes, December 2009. A thoroughly desirable Refor- mation era medal of the greatest artistic, historic and religious importance. (3,500-4,500)

Johann Friedrich was a dedicated supporter of Martin Luther, whose side he took in the early religious controversies and later active warfare triggered by the split in the Western church. The Duke was a patron of this great German medalist, and his bust was inspired by paintings of Lucas Cranach the Elder.

456 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. August, 1553-1586. Taler, 1565 HB. Armored Duke-Elector r. with sword. Rv. Three crests atop 12-fold Arms. Dav.9795. Bold impression of the dies, deep field toning highlight crisply detailed reliefs. About Extremely Fine. (300-350)

Ex our sale of December 2000, Lot 474.

457 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. August, 1553-1586. Taler, 1567 HB. Siege of Gotha. Dresden. Ornate shield with Kurschwertern, Electoral Swords, legend TANDEM + BONA + CAVSA + TRIVMPHAT, The Good Gause Ever Triumphs. Rv. 9-line inscription commemorates siege and victory over Imperial forces by Duke-Elector August of Saxony. Dav.9800. Obverse is measurably sharper than the slightly dished reverse. Very Fine. (300-400)

458 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Sophia, 1582-1622. Ducat, 1616. Monogram SC, sword and scepter under electoral crown. Good Fortune to Him who Loves his Children. Rv. All-Seeing Eye, IHS, Dove with German legend May the Holy Trinity Help You. Fr.2642. Slightly wavy, forcefully struck. Extremely Fine. (400-500) Friedberg notes that nearly all known were struck during the 18th century From the Querendon Gollection.

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Virtually Mint State 1605 Three Brothers Taler

459 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Christian II, Johann Georg and August, 1591-1611. Taler, 1605. Dresden. Armored half-length Duke r. holding sword. Rv. Half-length, intricately armored busts of two brothers vis a vis over small Saxon shield. Dav.7566, KM 24. The amazing quality of this coiris strike must be seen to be believed, the perfection of detail and partial lustre make this a Taler that may be impossible to match for sheer beauty. About Uncirculated. (650-700) Ex Triton IX Sale, January 2006, Lot 1916.

460 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Christian II, Johann Georg and August, 1591-1611. Three Brothers Taler, 1598 HB. Facing busts of three brothers under orb and date. Rv. 13-fold Arms with three crests, legend Brother Dukes of Saxony. Dav.9820, Schnee 754. Remarkably lustrous with bold prooflike reflectivity imparting additional appeal. About Uncirculated. (400-500)

461 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Johann Georg 1, 1615-1656. Kipper 60 Groschen, 1622. Angel supports Saxon and Electoral shields. Rv. Angels with shields of Saxon possessions. KM 364, Rahnenfiihrer 156. Unevenly struck debased silver issue of the Kipperzeit, 1621- 1623. Very Fine. (250-300)

Gem-Like Half Ducat

462 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Johann Georg II, 1656-1680. Half

Ducat, 1659. Half-length armored Duke-Elector with sword r. Rv. Arms, title Archmarshal and Elector of the Holy Roman Empire. Fr.2732. Gem-like tiny gold coin shows a wealth of detail. MS-62 (NGC). (1,500-1,750)

From the Querendon Collection.

463

Exceptional Broad 1657 Saxony Double Taler

GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Johann Georg II, 1656-1680. Double Taler, 1657. Acorn. Richly robed Duke-Elector with sword rides r.. Arms and orb below, DEO ET PATRIAE, For God and Fatherland. Rv. Twelve-line Latin inscrip- tion lists the titles of Saxon the ruler including Archmarshal and Vicar of Emperor Ferdinand III. Dav.LS398, KM 460. 65mm, 58.3 grams. An exacting strike provides amazing obverse detail, pervasive pearl-gray toning deepens around the reliefs. Reverse is subtle gray with olive and gold highlights. Overall this massive silver coin presents meticulous execution of a complex composition. A short area of file marks is seen on the rim at 1:00, of minimal visual significance and invisible from, either side. Extremely Fine. (3,500-4,000)

From the Q. David Bowers Collection. Ex Saint Ludovico and Firth of Clyde Collections (Stack's, April 2009, Lot 1746).

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467 GERMAN STATES. WURTTEMBERG. Karl 1, 1864-1891. 5 Mark, 1877 R Bearded head r. Rv. Eagle. KM 627. Well struck, signs of jewelry usage. Scarce issue. AU-50 Details (AN ACS). (300-350)

464 GERMAN STATES. SAXONY. Johann, 1854-1873. 20 Mark, 1872

E. Bare head 1. Rv. Imperial eagle. KM 1233. Light gold, bold lustre. MS-64 (NGC). (750-850)

465 GERMAN STATES. SCHWARZBURG-SONDERSHAUSEN.

Karl Gunther, 1880-1909. 3 Mark, 1909 A. Berlin. Death of Karl Gunther. Bearded head 1. Rv. Eagle, value below. Y.212. A satiny Gem with light toning. MS-65 (NGC). (175-225)

Contrast Pair: Bronze and Iron 1915 Lusitania Medals

Part of Lot 468 — photo reduced

468 GERMANY. Empire. Pair of Karl Goetz 1915 Sinking of the Lusitania Medals. Eirst is bronze cast, 55mm, 2.8mm at thinnest point; second is British Admiralty Cast Iron Copy, 55.4mm, 5mm thick. Kienast 156. Accompanied British Admiralty fitted box and booklet. The Famous Cunard Liner "Lusitania." Common design: Obv. Liner packed with contraband armaments sinking by the stern, NO CONTRABAND, exergue notes SUNK BY A GERMAN TORPEDO BOAT. Rev. Death sells tickets from Cunard booth, BUSINESS ABOVE ALL, bystander's newspaper shows headline warning of U-BOAT DANGER. The first Goetz medals bore an er- roneous date for the sinking: 5 MAI, his corrected version changed the date to 7 MAI. The non-patinated, coin finish Bronze medals bears the corrected date with proper German spelling 7 MAI 1915. Produced for worldwide distribution by the British Admiralty, the Cast Iron medal bears the error date and English spelling 5 MAY 1915. The box is adorned with a full-color view of the Lusitania under full steam. The paper-cover booklet presents halftones of the ship, its interior and the medal which it attributes to Karl Go- ertz (sic). These four items are a formidable exhibit item and are seldom, if ever, found together in this remarkable preservation. Uncirculated. (Total: 4 pieces) (800-900)

466 GERMAN STATES. WESTPHALIA. Republic. Notgeld-Inflation 1 Billion Mark, 1923. Head 1. of Napoleonic era Prussian Minister vom und zum Stein, Germany's Leader in more Difficult Times. Rv. White Horse of Westphalia over value 1 Billion Mk. Jaeger N.28. Handling and hairlines are visible, along with some edge roughness. The German name for this silvery alloy is Neusilber, composed of Copper, Nickel and Zinc. 11,113 were struck by Heinrich Kissing of Menden, of which 500 were gilt. Extremely Line. (500-600) It is seldom noted that the German BILLION is equal to a U.S. TRILLION. The German equivalent of the U.S. billion is the MILLIARD.

469 GERMANY. Republic. 1919 Weekly Ration Medal. Bronze cast,

58.6mm. By Karl Goetz. Kienast 220. Uncirculated. Obv. Eood- stuffs and delicacies with prices. Rev. Board with week's prices for staples and delicacies over frazzled-looking seated grocer. Light brown patina. (200-250)

Dramatic Weimar Republic Off-center 5 Reichsmark

470 GERMANY. Weimar Republic. 5 Reichsmark, 1929 J. Hamburg.

Off-center by 8mm. Oak tree with 19 bare branches symbolizing German territories lost by Versailles Treaty. Rv. Modern eagle by Wackerle. KM 56. 37.5 x 36.9mm off-round planchet shows broad blank areas from off-center strike at r. obverse and 1. reverse. Lew such errors have ever left the quality-fixated German mints. Here is a mint error of startling quality and a dramatic exhibit item. About Uncirculated. (750-1,000)

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471 GERMANY. Weimar Republic. Proof 5 Reichsmark, 1930 R Lib- 474 eration of the Rhineland. Eagle on shield. Rv. Eagle on bridge. KM 71. Bold cameo contrast between the fields and reliefs show light hairlines. Choice Proof. (350-500)

Proof Goethe 5 Reichsmark

472 GERMANY. Weimar Republic. Proof 5 Reichsmark, 1932 A. Death of Goethe. Date is divided by eagle. Rv. Bare head 1. GOETHE below. KM 77. Bright reflectivity, sharply struck. Light clouding in fields, tiny ticks. Scarce and popular, especially in Proof. Proof. (2,500-3,000)

473 GERMANY. Weimar Republic. Proof 3 Reichsmark, 1930 A. Berlin.

Eiberation of the Rhineland. Eagle on bridge. The Rhine is Germany's River, not her Border. Rv. Eagle shield, trilobe. Designed by M.T.C. Pilartz, Berlin. KM 70, J.347. Glorious deep-mirror silver fields. Proof-64 Cameo (NGC).