Description

Original 1960 2.5 Ducats Gold Aureus Magnus Children Of Earth Coin, Estate found and sent to grading service by MAAG, PCGS Genuine mount removed AU Detail, Total 8.75 grams, Please view photos

Dimensions

Diameter 26 mm

Artist or Maker

Werner Graul

Medium

Gold (.980)

Date

1960

Condition Report

PCGS Genuine mount removed AU Detail

Exhibited

Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview

Literature

The 1960 "Children of Earth" (German: Kinder der Erde) 2.5 Ducats Gold Aureus Magnus is a fantasy medal created by German medallist Werner Graul as part of his "Aureus Magnus" (Great Gold) series, designed between 1955 and 1982 to promote a gold-backed world currency. The "Children of Earth" series is recognized as one of the 33rd thematic series in the project, often featuring themes of peace, unity, and mythology. 1960 Production: The 1960 series was released during the peak of Graul's "Aureus Magnus" project. The 2.5 Ducats denomination is a fractional size within this system, usually reflecting a 98% gold fineness.

Provenance

Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina

Notes

Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, No sales tax due on coin currency and bullion, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert

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