The June 4, 2000, Dr. Jon Kardatzke Collection Parts II & III, Sale 5

Russia

Lot 5300
RUSSIA. 5 Kopecks, 1756. SP'. Sev-1655; H-70; Cr-15. Silver. Elizabeth. Eagle in clouds. Very Fine.
Estimated Value $30-50.

Lot 5301
RUSSIA. Ruble, 1757. YaI-SP'. Dav-1680; Sev-1686. Rare portrait type with dies executed by Swiss medallist Jacques Dassier. Only issued for a few months. NGC graded VF-30.
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.

Lot 5302
RUSSIA. Ruble, 1757. YaI-SP'. Dav-1680; Sev-1686. Elizabeth. Rare portrait type with dies executed by Swiss medallist Jacques Dassier. Only issued for a few months. Rare. NGC graded VF-30.
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.

Lot 5303
RUSSIA. Grivennik, 1757. H-72; Cr-16a. Elizabeth. Scarce date. About Very Fine.
Estimated Value $75-100.

Lot 5304
RUSSIA. 5 Kopecks, 1757. SP'. H-70; Sev-1677. Elizabeth. NGC graded MS-62.
Estimated Value $150-200.
Ex Irving Goodman Sale, Feb 1991, Lot 371.

Lot 5305
RUSSIA. Novodel 5 Kopecks, 1757. B-114; KM-N42. Edge-5. Elizabeth. Too large for holder, with tag. This massive copper is about as impressive as a copper coin can be. It's perfectly centered with jumbo rims, an unblemished edge with the curious cross-hatching device, and the surfaces are semi-reflective and a delightful chocolate brown with mint golden red outlining all the devices, providing a dramatic eye appeal. In addition, there is a hint of lovely light blue iridescence. Superb! NGC graded Proof 66.
Estimated Value $500-UP.

Lot 5306
RUSSIA. 5 Kopecks, 1757-E.M. B-117. Novodel. Edge-5. Elisabeth. Not holdered as it is too large; tag accompanies coin. Well centered with broad, high and square rims. The surfaces are glossy and semi-prooflike, the color a pleasing and even chocolate brown with some mint red outlining the devices, as well as light blue iridescence. NGC graded MS-65.
Estimated Value $700-900.

Lot 5307
RUSSIA. Novodel 5 Kopecks, 1757-EM. B-117. Edge-3. Milled edge. Elizabeth. Irregular rims, a late striking. Lovely iridescent greenish brown surfaces. Die bulge across upper center of reverse. Uncirculated.
Estimated Value $500-700.
Ex Irving Goodman Sale, Feb 1991, Lot 378.

Lot 5308
RUSSIA. 5 Kopecks, 1757. B-119. Egde-5. Novodel. Elisabeth. Too large for holder, with tag. An awesome specimen showing nearly full original golden red luster! Slightly off center but beautifully struck, really. Reflective surfaces showing a delicate golden green iridescence. NGC graded MS-63.
Estimated Value $500-700.

Lot 5309
RUSSIA. 2 Kopecks, 1757. B-95. Edge-5. Novodel. Elisabeth. Glossy medium brown with hints of mint red. Reverse slightly off center with several pin scratches on the right border. NGC graded MS-67.
Estimated Value $500-UP.

Lot 5310
RUSSIA. Novodel 2 Kopeck, 1757. B-89. Edge-5. Catherine II. Glowing golden red, beautifully struck and centered in the dies, the surfaces obviously immaculate to merit an MS-66 designation. One of the copper standouts in this impressive collection. NGC graded MS-66.
Estimated Value $700-900.

Lot 5311
RUSSIA. Novodel 2 Kopeck, 1757. B-Unlisted. Catherine II. Iridescent bluish brown, quite a bit of mint red around the devices. An impressive and especially lovely specimen. NGC graded MS-65.
Estimated Value $700-900.

Lot 5312
RUSSIA. Novodel 2 Kopeck, 1757. B-95. Edge-5. Catherine II. Golden brick-red with slight brown toning, perfectly centered, semi-reflective luster, some delicate iridescence. NGC graded MS-64.
Estimated Value $500-700.

Lot 5313
RUSSIA. 1 Kopeck, 1757. B-74. Edge-5. Novodel. Elisabeth. Most pleasing, reddish brown. NGC graded MS-66.
Estimated Value $300-UP.

Lot 5314
RUSSIA. 1 Kopeck, 1757. B-74. Edge-5. Novodel. Elisabeth. Fabulous eye appeal. Bright reddish brown, intense metal-flow lines on obverse, glossy and bold. One tiny carbon spot center on reverse. NGC graded MS-66.
Estimated Value $300-UP.

Lot 5315
RUSSIA. 1 Kopeck, 1757. B-75. Edge-1. Novodel. Thin flan. Elisabeth. Perfectly centered, bold, bright reddish brown reflective surfaces--possibly the nicest of these 1 Kopecks. NGC graded MS-65.
Estimated Value $250-300.

Lot 5316
RUSSIA. Denga (½ Kopeck), 1757. B-67. Edge-0. Novodel. Elisabeth. Brick-red fading to bright brown. NGC graded MS-65.
Estimated Value $250-300.

Lot 5317
RUSSIA. Denga (½ Kopeck), 1757. B-66. Novodel. Edge-5. Elisabeth. Elegant dark-chocolate color. NGC graded AU-58.
Estimated Value $150-200.

Lot 5318
RUSSIA. Polushka (¼ Kopeck), 1757. B-61. Novodel. Edge-1. Elisabeth. Mostly brown. NGC graded MS-63.
Estimated Value $200-250.

Lot 5319
RUSSIA. Polushka (¼ Kopeck), 1757. B-59. Novodel. Elizabeth. Soft strike in the centers. Pleasing medium brown surfaces. NGC graded MS-62.
Estimated Value $200-250.

Lot 5320
RUSSIA. Ruble, 1758. YaI-SP'. Dav-1681; Sev-1700. Elizabeth. Very Scarce. NGC graded EF-40.
Estimated Value $700-900.

Lot 5321
RUSSIA. Poltina (½ Ruble), 1758. NK-SP'. Sev-1696. Elizabeth. Rare. NGC graded AU-58.
Estimated Value $400-500.

Lot 5322
RUSSIA. 5 Kopecks, 1758. SP'. Sev-1692; H-70; Cr-15.Silver. Elizabeth. Eagle in clouds. Toned. Nearly Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $40-60.

Lot 5323
RUSSIA. 5 Kopecks, 1758. SP'. Sev-1692; H-70. Elizabeth. Choice Very Fine.
Estimated Value $40-60.
Ex Irving Goodman Sale, Feb 1991, Lot 375.

Lot 5324
RUSSIA. Kunersdorf Medallic Ruble, 1759. Sev-1713. Bust of Elizabeth facing right. Reverse: Mars holding lance and Russian flag on battlefield. Medal issued to soldiers participating in the Victory over Prussia at Frankfurt on the Oder. Originally issued with a loop but usually found well circulated as it is the correct size and weight to circulate as a ruble. Loop removed at top. Toned. Very Fine.
Estimated Value $500-600.