Franz Joseph I gold Prooflike 100 Corona 1911 PL64 Ultra Cameo NGC, Vienna mint, KM2819, Fr-507. A delightfully watery specimen preserved at the cusp of gem status. Light instances of grade-aligning wisps and friction across the features of this offering are easily ignored and forgiven in hand, with the primary impression being that of sheer reflectivity and sharp visual contrast. In direct light, even the most subtle tilt of the wrist unveils rippling brilliance that flows across the open expanses, embracing precise detail across Franz Joseph's generously frosted bust and the intricate reverse eagle motif. In this coveted Prooflike designation, this laudable selection ties for the second-finest certified by NGC to date behind only a single "MS65."

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