DENMARK. 2 Krone (8 Mark), 1659. Copenhagen Mint. Frederik III. NGC

DENMARK. 2 Krone (8 Mark), 1659. Copenhagen Mint. Frederik III. NGC EF Details--Edge Damage, Cleaned. Dav-3575; KM-224; Hede-101; Sieg-54; Schou-31; Aagaard-75.1; Bruun-6279. Weight: 44.06 gms. Mintmaster: Henrik Köhler. Only three pieces of this iconic Double Krone have been recorded: one in the Danish National Collection and two in private ownership-the Hede example and the present piece, which is vastly superior in condition. This fascinating type was struck to commemorate the failure of the Swedish king, Carl X Gustav, to capture Copenhagen. The monogram of King Frederik III is shown above a stone with the text EBEN EZER, referring to the Old Testament (1 Samuel 7:12) in which Samuel erected a "stone of help" (Eben-ha-Ezer) between Mizpah and Jeshanah to honor the Lord for his help in securing the Israelites a victory over the Philistines. Estimate: €5,000 - €7,000. Provenance: From the L.E. Bruun Collection. Ex: Joh. G. Guildal Collection (Private Sale - 1918); later published by the Danish Numismatic Society as item 1371 in his 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

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