RUSSIA. Alexander II/Diligence Gold Award Medal, ND (ca. 1865). NGC MS-61 Prooflike. Dia-637.6. Obverse: Bare head right; Reverse: Circular legend around central field left blank for engraving. A n already <strong>RARE</strong> type when encountered in silver, this type in gold is undoubtedly <strong>EXTREMELY RARE</strong> and immensely desirable. Exceptionally prooflike and radiant, this majestic Mint State issue offers a subtle frosting upon the devices, along the strong relief of the portrait to stand out that much more. From the Sigma Collection.
