RUSSIA. Coronation Gold Medallic Ducat/Jeton Novodel, 1762. St. Petersburg Mint. Catherine II (the Great). PCGS AU-58 Gold Shield. Fr-137; KM-Unlisted; Bit-J1358 (R2); Dia-117.8. A <strong>VERY RARE</strong> and alluring type, this novodel issue in gold features intense brilliance in the surfaces and a charming golden-orange tone to the color. Virtually no evidence of handling is present, though some scattered hairlines are observed, along with a minor planchet flaw near the rim of the crown side. With very few other examples traceable by this cataloger, it is unlikely that another this attractive will emerge anytime soon.
