Polish Numismatic Rarities Certified by NGC and PMG Offered in March Auction

Discover a stunning assortment of numismatic treasures from Poland, Russia and elsewhere, including coins certified by Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) and banknotes certified by Paper Money Guaranty® (PMG®). Online bidding is already underway for Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michal Niemczyk Auction 48, happening March 15-19, 2025.

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Among the standouts of this auction is a Poland 1667 DL Danzig Ducat graded NGC AU 58 (lot 717), with a starting price of 40,000 PLN (about $10,000). This rare and historically significant gold coin from the Free City of Danzig (modern-day Gdańsk) was struck under the rule of King John II Casimir. It reflects the city’s economic strength and importance as a major trade hub in the 17th century. Featuring intricate designs and the "DL" mintmark of Danzig, the coin is highly sought after by collectors for its craftsmanship and connection to Poland’s rich numismatic heritage.

Other NGC-certified coins in this auction are:

• a Poland 1933 10 Zlotych - Jan Sobieski graded NGC PF 62 Cameo (lot 2606), with a starting price of 15,000 PLN (about $3,900)
• a Poland 1928K 5 Zlotych graded NGC MS 64 (lot 2387), with a starting price of 10,000 PLN (about $2,600)
• a Russia 1897 AT 15 Roubles - Narrow Rim graded NGC AU 58 (lot 2110), with a starting price of 4,800 PLN (about $1,200)
• a Russia 1852BM Polushka graded NGC MS 65 BN (lot 2226), with a starting price of 4,000 PLN (about $1,000)
• a Russia 1860BM Kopek graded NGC MS 62 RB (lot 2229), with a starting price of 2,500 PLN (about $650)

Among the PMG-certified notes in this auction are:

• a Poland 1926 Issue 10 Zlotych pedigreed as the C Milczak Book Plate Note and graded PMG 55 About Uncirculated (lot 3446), with a starting price of 1,500 PLN (about $390)
• a Poland, National Bank 1944 20 Zlotych graded PMG 66 Gem Uncirculated EPQ (lot 3521), with a starting price of 800 PLN (about $210)
• a Poland, Polish National Bank 1948 100 Zlotych graded PMG 55 About Uncirculated EPQ (lot 3604), with a starting price of 500 PLN (about $130)
• a Poland / German Occupation World War I 1917 1/2 Marki graded PMG 66 Gem Uncirculated EPQ (lot 3320), with a starting price of 400 PLN (about $100)

Starting prices are set by the auction house. The $ symbol indicates US Dollars, and PLN indicates Polish Zloty.