DENMARK. Battle of Køge Bay Smaller Silver Medal, ND (1676). Christian

DENMARK. Battle of Køge Bay Smaller Silver Medal, ND (1676). Christian V. NGC MS-63. Galster-125; JS-461; Ossbahr-68; Bruun-15345. Diameter: 30 mm. Weight: 15 gms. By Christopher Schneider. Extremely rare medal, missing from most major collections of the 20th century. Lustrous and with fine toning. The reverse shows the same scene as on the large 'Battle of Køge Bay' medal, while the obverse die, with a portrait of the king, was reused for Ducats in 1687. Galster proposed these smaller medals were used as award medals for lower ranking personnel who distinguished themselves in the battle. Estimate: €3,000 - €4,000. Provenance: From the L.E. Bruun Collection. To view supplemental information and all items from the L.E. Bruun Collection, click here. Please note: Bid amounts do not include VAT. Buyers which are non-VAT registered entities or individuals who take delivery of lots within EU countries subject to margin scheme taxation will be invoiced a VAT charge and a Buyer’s Premium for a total of 27.5% based upon the total amount of the hammer. Please see the Terms and Conditions. Click here for certification details from NGC.

Estimate:£1,259.25

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