Albania First Republic 1927 R Silver 1 Frang Ar Pattern NGC MS 65

ALBANIA. First Republic, 1925-1928.
Silver 1 Frang Ar, 1927 R. Rome. Pattern.
Obv: Helmeted bust facing right, legend around; "ALBANIA-SHQIPNI", engravers name below. Rev: Prow of a Roman ship, facing left, denomination above, year to left, PROVA to right, mint mark below. Engraved by Giuseppe Romagnoli, Attilio Silvio Motti. Edge milled.

A striking pattern of Albania’s First Republic, pairing a helmeted portrait with the bold prow of a Roman ship. The classical imagery gives the design a sculptural elegance. With a recorded mintage of just 50, this is an exceptionally limited issue within the Albanian silver series.

Graded NGC MS65, the present example offers gem Mint State preservation, allowing the finely engraved detail to be appreciated to full effect. One of only two recorded at this grade, with just two certified finer, it is a highly desirable, high-grade pattern.

In secure plastic holder, graded NGC MS 65 , certification number 6638768-001.

NGC Census in this grade: 2.
NGC Census in higher grade: 2
Reference: KM-Pr19
Weight: 4.175g.
Diameter: 23mm.
Mintage: 50.
Composition: 835/1000 Silver.

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