$29,498.00 USD
The 1895-A German States (Saxe-Coburg-Gotha) Gold 20 Marks, Proof Cameo, graded NGC PF65 Cameo, is a highly prestigious and conditionally rare imperial-era proof issue struck for Duke Alfred of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, a British royal who became a German sovereign. Minted in Berlin (mintmark “A”), this coin was produced in strictly limited quantities as a commemorative or presentation piece, making it a standout among German gold proofs.
Obverse: Features the right-facing, bearded bust of Alfred, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, with the surrounding legend:
“ALFRED HERZOG V. SACHSEN COBURG U. GOTHA” — Alfred, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Reverse: Displays the crowned imperial German eagle bearing the Prussian royal shield on its chest, with the outer inscription:
“DEUTSCHES REICH 1895” above and “20 MARK” below, confirming its denomination and issuing authority under the German Empire.
Struck in .900 fine gold and weighing 7.96 grams, this coin was not a circulating issue but a meticulously prepared proof for presentation, as evidenced by its mirrored fields and frosted devices. The cameo contrast between the polished background and satin-like portrait surfaces is exceptional, a hallmark of high-quality Berlin mint production.
Graded NGC PF65 Cameo, this coin ranks tied for Finest Known at this grade, with flawless detail, deep cameo contrast, and pristine fields. It exemplifies both imperial German proof craftsmanship and the historical fusion between British and German royal lines.
