HERITAGE: CENTRAL STATES WORLD AND ANCIENTS

An exceedingly rare Russian 10 Roubles coin will land in a new collection when it is offered in Heritage's CSNS World & Ancient Coins Platinum Session and Signature® Auction April 29-30. An exceedingly rare Russian 10 Roubles coin will land in a new collection when it is offered in Heritage's CSNS World & Ancient Coins Platinum Session and Signature® Auction April 29-30.

Nicholas II gold Specimen Imperial of 10 Roubles 1896-A? SP61 PCGS

The Nicholas II gold Specimen Imperial of 10 Roubles 1896-A? SP61 PCGS is an extraordinary coin in a high grade, even rarer than originally believed.

"This is a magnificent coin, one that immediately assumes a prominent place in any collection," says Cris Bierrenbach, Vice President of International Numismatics at Heritage Auctions. "Both Krause and Bitkin reported an original mintage of just 125 pieces, but the combined census populations at PCGS and NGC include only a handful of certified pieces. That could mean the original population was smaller than initially reported, or perhaps several specimens were lost, melted or otherwise disposed of. But the definite conclusion here is that this auction represents a rare opportunity to acquire an absolute trophy among Russian coins."

Philip II gold Cruzado (400 Reais) ND (1598-1621) L-B XF45 NGC

Also offered is one of only four known examples of a rare Philip II gold Cruzado (400 Reais) ND (1598-1621) L-B XF45 NGC. Between the angles of the crosses are five dots — it is more common to find just one — making its reverse an unlisted die variety. The Cruzado denomination is one of the many that fell subject to reevaluation during its time in circulation. During the reign of King João III, the cruzado increased from 400 Reais to 500 Reais, but eventually reverted back to the base value in 1584 under King Philip I, under whom the production of the two and four cruzados began. The reverse design of the cruzado also changed, with the cross of Christ becoming the cross of St. George, which is what is presented on the specimen offered in this auction.

Elizabeth II gold Proof Sovereign 1957 PR65 NGC

Part of the intrigue surrounding an Elizabeth II gold Proof Sovereign 1957 PR65 NGC centers on the fact that it was produced for just one year. Due to post-war austerity measures, no gold coins were included in the Queen's Coronation set released to the public, with only a small number of 1953 Coronation gold coins presented to high-ranking officials and institutions to mark the occasion. Sovereign 1957 Proofs are incredibly rare, with estimates ranging from 11 to 20 known pieces.

Victoria Proof "Gothic" Crown 1847 PR63 Ultra Cameo NGC

A Victoria Proof "Gothic" Crown 1847 PR63 Ultra Cameo NGC comes from a type already coveted by serious collectors, but the example offered in this auction is part of a limited subvariety, struck in pure silver with a plain (unlettered) edge.

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