September 1, 1939

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The beginning of WWII was marked by the German invasion of Poland. Adolf Hitler had intended to make the free state of Danzig in northern Poland part of the German empire. Danzig (modern day Gdansk) had received its independence at the treaty of Versailles at the conclusion of WWI in 1919. It had once been perhaps the most important center of commerce in central Europe during the 16th and 17th Centuries, and was still quite important because of its strategic harbor on the Baltic Sea.

As the German troops entered Danzig, the city fathers met them with what was supposed to be a peace offering at the reunification of Danzig to Germany. They brought with them some very special gold coins in VIP holders to give to the German officers.

The Danzig 25 Gulden gold coin depicts the Senate ensign on the front with two lions and the inscription “The Free State of Danzig”. The reverse shows Neptune holding his trident signifying his mythical protection of Danzig’s harbor. The statue from which the image is taken still resides at the harbor. Only 4000 of these gold coins were minted in 1930, but they were never released for circulation.

History is clear that the Germans did not stop in Danzig. The peace offering (or bribe) that the Danzig coin represented did not work. In fact, within 36 days they had conquered all of Poland and had divided the country with Russia. World War II was well underway.

What was less clear, however, was the fate of the rest of these gold coins. What happened to them? Until recently, it was assumed that they were permanently lost. However, in what is a truly remarkable discovery, these fabulous coins have resurfaced.  

Here's what Don found out...

There were approximately 2000 coins available. This represented half of the 4000 originally minted coins, an EXTREMELY LOW mintage by any measure!

These coins catalog for $9500 in Krause’s 2000 Standard Catalog of World Coins in MS60 uncirculated condition. Coins auctioned in 2000 realized:

$8250 (Stacks New York Auction Feb. 16, 2000)

$8400 (Grün’s Auction Germany May 29, 2000) (or 17,500 Deutsche Marks)

Left: The front cover of the Grün’s Auction Catalog features the Danzig 25 Gulden as a major highlight of the auction.
Right: Reproduction of the actual page from Krause's 2000 Standard Catalog of World Gold Coins showing the Danzig 25 gold coin.

These coins are amazing! They are all in exceptional uncirculated condition because they were never released after being minted. They have been stored undisturbed for virtually 70 years.

In fact, the coins all grade at least MS64 (a much higher grade than the MS60 list price in the Krause catalog) and are all certified by a third party grading service (either PCGS or NGC). One other incredible feature of these coins is their surfaces. They all have blazing mirror-like surfaces because the dies only struck 4000 coins!

*They are referred to as “business strikes” because the dies were still so new.

Believe it or not we are able to offer each of these historically significant, rare and beautiful coins for only $2950.00!

This is the lowest price that these coins have ever been sold for (incredibly at less than 1/3 their current catalog value!)

Obviously, at this price they won’t last. We would encourage your to call our office immediately to reserve one or two of these historical treasures.

"The discovery of these 1930 Danzig 25 Gulden coins is a very important numismatic event historically. The offer of this issue in any condition have been the highlight of some of the most important auctions and sales world wide."
- Mark Salzberg, President NGC

"I am personally fascinated and intrigued by the history surrounding the 1930 Danzig 25 Gulden. Professionally, I am amazed by the scope and quality of this unique gold coin find."
- Rick Montgomery, President PCGS

When I told you that this was a great gold coin value, I meant it! Not only am I offering these coins at the lowest price ever, but I am offering them in amazing gem quality.

SPECIAL NEGOTIATED PRICE

This is the lowest price that a 1930 Danzig 25 Gulden has ever been sold for... in any condition! This will undoubtedly be your only chance to own one at this price.

To take advantage of this limited time offer please call my office at:

1-800-525-9556