Description:
The 2020 Piedfort Lion Dollar, certified by NGC as PF70 Ultra Cameo, is a stunning modern re-strike of the historic Dutch Lion Dollar. Struck in 2 ounces of .9999 fine silver, this piedfort proof features deeply mirrored fields, frosted devices, and exceptional strike detail. This example carries the Early Releases designation and includes a hand-signed certification label by Edmund C. Moy, the 38th Director of the U.S. Mint. Part of the respected Mint Director’s Series, PF70 UC examples with Moy signatures are highly sought after for their perfect grade, premium finish, historical design, and collectible provenance.
Specifications:
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Country: Netherlands
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Year of Issue: 2020
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Mint: Royal Dutch Mint
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Denomination: Lion Dollar (Silver Trade Coin)
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Metal Content: 2 troy oz
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Composition: .9999 Fine Silver
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Diameter: 45 mm
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Weight: 62.2 grams
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Finish: Proof (Ultra Cameo)
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Type: Piedfort (Double-Thickness Strike)
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Grade: PF70 Ultra Cameo
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Designation: Early Releases
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Signature Label: Edmund C. Moy (38th U.S. Mint Director)
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Series: Mint Director’s Series
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Certification: NGC
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Holder: NGC-certified slab
Highlights:
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Perfect NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo grade — flawless mirrored proof
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2 oz .9999 fine silver piedfort strike (double thickness)
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Early Releases designation from NGC
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Signed by Edmund C. Moy, former U.S. Mint Director
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Part of the Mint Director’s Series
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Obverse: Knight holding shield with heraldic lion
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Reverse: Inscribed Dutch lion, historic trade-coin design
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Exceptional eye appeal with deep cameo contrast
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Popular among modern world silver and signature-label collectors
Historical Note:
The original Lion Dollar, first issued in the 16th century, was a widely accepted international trade coin that circulated across Europe, Asia, and even early America. The 2020 piedfort re-strike honors this influential global currency with modern proof craftsmanship, enhanced silver purity, and a double-thickness strike. Signed labels from Edmund C. Moy, a well-known figure in modern numismatics, add significant collectible value to perfect PF70 UC examples within the Mint Director’s Series.
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