DENMARK. Kiel-Altona Railway Silver Medal, 1844. Christian VIII. NGC MS-64.

DENMARK. Kiel-Altona Railway Silver Medal, 1844. Christian VIII. NGC MS-64. Bergsøe-178; Lange-169; Bruun-16226. Diameter: 44 mm. Weight: 36 gms. By Hans Frederik Alsing (F Alsing). Magnificent, beautifully toned specimen. The First railway line within the Danish realm was laid in the Duchies, connecting the port of Altona, which had access to the North Sea via with Elbe River, to Kiel on the Baltic coast. It supplemented the Eider Canal, which was later replaced by the much bigger Kieler Canal. Estimate: €1,600 - €2,200. 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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