Current auction sales

In line with the trend that has persisted for years, the price level for ancient coins remained robust throughout, with numerous peaks. The coins from the König collection attracted particular interest, with some experiencing price jumps that surprised many.

The attractive gold decadrachm bearing the signature of Euainetos (No. 139) achieved a strong €17,000 (estimate €5,000), as expected. A rare 5-litra coin of Hieron II (No. 158) fetched €2,400, almost five times its estimate of €500. The magnificent aureus of Augustus on the return of the military insignia (No. 418) rose from a moderate estimate of €7,500 to €19,000 – not least thanks to its provenance from the Mazzini collection. No. 670, an extremely rare late solidus of Valentinian III, attracted particularly exciting bidding, rising from €3,000 to €40,000 and thus becoming the most expensive coin in the ancient coin section.

Coins from other consignments were also in high demand, especially those of outstanding quality: A particularly rare and well-preserved gold stater of Lysimachus (No. 295) rose from €5,000 to €12,000. The excellently struck gold stater in the type of Croesus (No. 331) doubled from €7,500 to €15,000.

Once again, our bidders demonstrated a preference for top quality when it came to coins from the Roman Republic. The denarius of M. Iunius Brutus (No. 393) achieved six times its estimate of €500, fetching €3,000, and a rare specimen of Hostilius Saserna (No. 395) jumped up from €1,500 to €8,000. The siliqua of Priscus Attalus (No. 664) significantly exceeded its estimate of €15,000, fetching €22,000.

The second day of the auction began with the Bonhoff Collection – Medieval coins of Western Europe. There were a few surprisingly good bids for Italian and Dutch coins, while French coins were bid at moderate prices. The following non-German coins from various collections attracted more lively bidding. In line with the trend, beautiful specimens were particularly sought after, but great rarities were also recognized and appreciated. A series of exceptionally beautiful 8 Escudo gold coins from Spain and Latin America consistently fetched high prices. This was followed by coins and medals from the Habsburg realms. A collection of silver medals of Empress Maria Theresa and her extensive family was particularly appreciated. Rare specimens, even those with a few scratches, found buyers, especially from Eastern Central Europe. Among the feudal German coins one thing was particularly evident. The saying “not beautiful but rare” which is proverbial in German belongs to the 20th century. Today, the opposite is true! The magnificent talers and small denomination from an old German family collection fetched enormous prices. One example is a rather common Frankfurt taler from 1859, which, in mint condition, was worth a proud €900 to its buyer. Similar price jumps were seen time and again for coins in top condition, while some major rarities were surprisingly affordable. It’s always worth participating! The post-sale will run for another six weeks, so you should be quick!

The hammer prices of German coins after 1871 were within the expected range. The high prices of the precious metals deterred not many buyers. During the closing sell of the high-quality multiple lots, there were once again long disputes between the bidders, who had inspected the items closely in advance. Thus, a successful auction with a wide range of offerings in all price categories came to a worthy conclusion.

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