DENMARK. Capture of Rügen Silver Medal, 1678. Christian V. NGC MS-61.

DENMARK. Capture of Rügen Silver Medal, 1678. Christian V. NGC MS-61. Galster-130; JS-350; Ossbahr-86; Bruun-15349. Diameter: 47 mm. Weight: 39 gms. By Christopher Schneider (CS). Soft, multicolor toning and darker toned highlights. Celebrating the conquest of the island of Rügen on the German North Sea coast. At the time on Swedish hands, the Island was conquered by combined Dano-Norwegian and Brandenburg-Prussian forces. In Germany, this medal is often listed as Brandenburg-Prussian and struck under Prince Friedrich Wilhelm. Please note the NGC holder has antedated the medal by one year. Estimate: €4,000 - €5,000. 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.

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