NGC-certified Rarities Shine in Künker’s March Auctions

A prestigious lineup of rare and historic numismatic treasures is set to captivate collectors in Künker's latest auction series. Dozens of coins and medals certified by Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) are being offered in Auctions 419-422 on March 17-19, 2025.

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Leading the NGC-certified lots is a Germany 1917E Saxony 3 Mark - Reformation graded NGC PF 66 (Auction 422, lot 3876), with an estimate of €100,000 (about $107,000). This coin was issued by the German state of Saxony to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. Struck in silver at the Muldenhütten Mint (mintmark "E"), the coin features a detailed portrait of Frederick the Wise, an ally of Martin Luther, on the obverse. The reverse displays the German Empire’s imperial eagle, symbolizing national unity during World War I. With its historical significance and intricate design, this coin remains a prized piece among collectors.

Other NGC-certified coins in this auction series include:

• a Germany 1698 GFN Nurnberg 5 Ducats - City View graded NGC MS 62 (Auction 422, lot 2947), with an estimate of €50,000 (about $53,000)
• a Roman Empire, Crispina AD 177-182/3 Gold Aureus graded NGC Ancients Ch AU, 5/5 Strike and 4/5 Surface (Auction 419, lot 495), with an estimate of €45,000 (about $48,000)
• an Iran AH1314(1896) 10 Tomans graded NGC AU Details (Auction 422, lot 2729), with an estimate of €25,000 (about $27,000)
• a Roman Empire, Licinius I AD 308-324 Gold Aureus graded NGC Ancients Ch MS, 5/5 Strike and 5/5 Surface (Auction 419, lot 549), with an estimate of €20,000 (about $21,000)
• a Poland 1662 DL Danzig Ducat graded NGC MS 63 (Auction 422, lot 2636), with an estimate of €17,500 (about $19,000)
• an Iran AH1297(1880) 10 Tomans graded NGC MS 61 (Auction 422, lot 2728), with an estimate of €17,500 (about $19,000)
• a Danzig 1923 25 Gulden graded NGC PF 66 Cameo (Auction 422, lot 4070), with an estimate of €12,500 (about $13,000)
• a Roman Empire, Elagabalus AD 218-222 Gold Aureus graded NGC Ancients AU, 5/5 Strike and 4/5 Surface (Auction 419, lot 516), with an estimate of €12,500 (about $13,000)

Estimates are provided by the auction house. The € symbol indicates Euros, and the $ symbol indicates US Dollars.