DENMARK. Uniface 8 Skilling Klippe, 1535. Aarhus Mint. Christian III.

DENMARK. Uniface 8 Skilling Klippe, 1535. Aarhus Mint. Christian III. NGC AU-50. Galster-93; Sieg-12; Schou-239; Bruun-4157. Weight: 2.66 gms. Very rare Klippe with only faint traces of circulation. Attractive despite a soft strike. This unusual klippe was issued as payment for the mercenary troops hired by Christian (III) during the war of succession between Christian (III) and his cousin Christian II. It was struck in Aarhus, where the former mintmaster of Gottorp, Reynold Junge had established a new mint, as the elected king needed one within the kingdom itself. Estimate: €1,500 - €2,000. 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. Additional image by NGC Photo Vision. Learn more at NGCcoin.com

Estimate:£626.92

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