Pattern strikes have long been one of the most attractive highlights of our auctions, and they are also extremely popular and sought-after in collectors’ circles. Our 31st Auction will feature several exceptional pattern strikes dating back to the Slovak State, which have not been included in the offer of auction houses for many years. These pattern strikes were minted for the purpose of consideration by the Ministry of Finance during the development of the new currency system of the Slovak State, or when considering a change of material for the individual denominations due to the use of non-ferrous metals in the military industry. Have a look at our selection from the current auction catalogue:
Lot number 458 - 2 Koruna 1939 (pattern strike)
Condition: about UNC | about UNC
Starting price: 40 000 EUR
Extraordinary specimen with mint lustre in the fields. Only 10 pieces were minted.
Lot number 459 - 1 koruna 1940 (pattern strike)
Condition: about UNC | about UNC
Starting price: 30 000 EUR
A very rare pattern strike, known as the "sower" design.
Lot number 460 - 1 Koruna 1942 (pattern strike)
Condition: good EF | about UNC
Starting price: 15 000 EUR
A very rare pattern strike (nickel-plated Fe) produced at a time when a change of material was under consideration.
Lot number 461 - 5 Heller 1942 (pattern strike)
Condition: good EF | EF
Starting price: 12 000 EUR
A very rare pattern strike (Al) made in 1942 during the preparation of a new denomination.
Lot number 463 - 50 Heller 1944 (pattern strike)
Condition: about UNC | about UNC
Starting price: 8 000 EUR
A very rare material pattern strike (Zn) produced in 1943 during preparations for a change of material. Only 3 specimens were minted!
