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Sale 41
Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction
| The Dr. Terner Collection/Denmark-German States |
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Lot 3990 |
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Denmark. Ducat, 1645. Fr-39; Hede-33; KM-141. 3.44 grams. 23.38 mm. Christian IV, 1588-1648. Obv. Standing armored ruler holding sword and orb right. Leg: CHRISTIANUS - IIII. D:G.DAN:R. Reverse: Hebrew legend between IUSTUS above and IUDEX below and date at bottom. Lustrous. NGC graded MS-61.
Christian was one of the more important monarchs of the time. His long reign (60 years), enabled him to consolidate his empire. He intervened on the Protestant side during the Thirty Years War, and fought with the Swedish king, Gustavus Adolphus, winning numerous battles. After Gustavus' death in 1632, he was so jealous of the larger Sweden, that the Protestant alliance fell apart. In any case, he produced exceptional coins.
Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,600.
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$4,140 |
Lot 3991 |
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Denmark. Ducat, 1651. Fr-77; Hede-7; KM-171. 3.42 grams. 22.24 mm. Frederik III, 1648-1670. Laureate bust over date. Leg: FRIDERICVS. III .D.GRADANIAE. Reverse: Legend in circle. NOR .VAN. GOTO. QVE. REX, center, DOMIN9 / PROVI/ DEBIT. A lovely portrait example with considerable luster. NGC graded MS-63.
Frederick was one of those historical figures who was more lucky than good. He attempted to re-establish Danish influence, fought the Swedes and lost. Yet soon after, the Swedish king died, and he avoided a humiliating peace. In fact, the Treaty of Copenhagen after the war gained him much. Later, a constitutional revolution forced the nobles to cede much of their power to the monarchy. Thus Frederick became more powerful both domestically and internationally without taking any positive steps.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
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$6,210 |
Lot 3992 |
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Denmark. Ducat, 1682. Fr-176; Hede-118; KM-72. 3.47 grams. 20.15 mm. Scheswig Holstein,
Gluckstadt. CW (Christoph Woltereck, mintmaster in Gluckstadt, 1650-1718). Christian V, 1670-1699. Obv. Crowned king standing spurred with scepter in right hand on right shoulder and orb and cross in left. Leg: CHRISTIAN V.D: --G: REX.D.N:V:GOT. Reverse: Young girl (Fortuna) swirling a large sail about her, foot on small 'globe' within arms of crossed wreaths, with date and mintmarks below. Leg: JUSTITIA - PIETATE. Exceptional quality. Of the highest rarity. NGC graded MS-61.
One of the rarities of this collection. Christian actually produced many different types of gold coins, but most had very low mintages. The example pictured here is almost never encountered. Add to that the incredible quality, and this is a very special coin. Christian did a better job of producing coins than managing his kingdom. He ingloriously died in a hunting accident.
Estimated Value $50,000 - 60,000.
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$57,500 |
Lot 3993 |
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Denmark. Ducat, 1691. Fr-201; Hede-29; KM-414. 3.46 grams. 22.29 mm. Christian V, 1670-1699. Obv. Crowned over double C5 monogram. Reverse: Crowned cartouche containing three arms; Denmark, Sweden and Norway. Leg: DA.NO.V.G. (crown) D.G.REX. Date divides arms under crown at top and C-W at the bottom. NGC graded MS-62.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,500.
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Lot 3994 |
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Denmark. Ducat, 1699. Fr-170; Hede-53; KM-453; 3.46 grams. 20.90 mm. Christian V, 1670-1699. Portrait bust of king right. Leg: CHRIST.V.D.G - DAN.N.V.G.REX. Reverse: Ship in Christiansborg harbor. Leg: CHRISTIANS = BVRG, date below. Very Rare. NGC graded AU-58.
One of the most important and difficult coins to attain for ship collectors. An almost never offered type. One of the last coins produced by Christian before his untimely death.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000.
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Lot 3995 |
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Augsburg. Ducat, 1642. Fr-63; KM-75. 3.47 grams. 21.72 mm. Standing haloed St. Afra and pyre with city crest. Leg: .S.AFRA.PROTET - AVGVSTAE.VINDEL. Reverse: In the name of Ferdinand III, 1637-1657. Crowned double eagle with arms on breast. Below are "three omegas (horseshoes)". Leg: Crown FERDINAND: III.D:G.ROM.IMP.S.AVG.P.F.1642. NGC graded MS-62.
Augsburg was founded in 14 BC by Emperor Augustus of Rome. Hence, the name, "Augustae" on its coins. Augsburg ws a free city of the Holy Roman Empire with the mint right conferred upon it in 1521. The name of the Emperor, Ferdinand III, is therefore found within the legend.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,400.
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Lot 3996 |
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Augsburg. Ducat, 1655. Fr-61; KM-83. 3.46 grams. 22.42 mm. Mintmark, three horseshoes (Johann Bartholomaus Holeisen the Younger, assistant mintmaster (1639-1668). In the name of Ferdinand III, 1637-1657. Laureate bust of Ferdinand right. Leg: FERDINAND.III.D.G.R.I.S.A.P.F. Reverse: City crest in frame. Leg: AVGVSTA.VIN (mintmark) DELICORVM. Sparkling luster. NGC graded MS-62.
An outstanding example of Augsburg's city coinage. The city is located just 40 miles from Munich in Bavaria, and was the home to the Augsburg Confession, which helped define German Protestantism of the Reformation.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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Lot 3997 |
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Augsburg. Ducat, 1689. Fr-71; KM-97. 3.46 grams. 21.35 mm. Mintmark, two horseshoes (Johann Christoph Holesisen, 1668-1697). In the name of Leopold I, 1657-1705. Obv. Bust of Leopold "The Hogmouth" right. Leg: LEOPOLDVS.AVG. - IMP.CAESAR.P.F. 1689. Reverse: Bust of Eleonora Magdalene left. Leg: *ELEONORA.MAG.TERES.C.P.R.B.I.C.E.M.D.ROM.IMP. A lovely double portrait ducat. NGC graded MS-61.
Leopold was married three times. His third wife, Eleanora, princess of Pfalz, was the only one to produce sons for him. In fact, his two sons, Joseph and Karl, both became emperors in the early part of the 18th century.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000.
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$2,300 |
Lot 3998 |
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Bamberg. Ducat, 1657. Fr-167; KM-46. 3.46 grams. 23.32 mm. Philipp Valentin Voit von Rieneck, 1653-1672. Bust portrait right. Leg: PHILIPP.VALENTIN.D:G:EPI:BAMBERG. Reverse: Two shields crowned. No legend. Date and cross at bottom. Lustrous. Rare. NGC graded MS-62.
Bamberg was a bishopric just north of Bavaria. Often overshadowed by the neighboring bishopric of Wurzburg. Its coins are scarce and highly sought after. Ducats of this area are seldom offered.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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Lot 3999 |
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Bavaria. Chaise d'or, ND. Fr-176. 4.48 grams. 29.25 mm. Ludwig IV, 1314-1347, Duke,Wittelsbach, 1314-1327; Holy Roman Emperor, 1328-1347. Obv. Stylized ruler sitting in Gothic chair, sword in right hand, shield under left hand with double eagle shield. Leg: + LUDIVI CUS*DEI* - *GRA*ROMANORUM*IMP. Reverse: Floriate cross in quadrilobe. +XPC:VINCIT:XPC:RENAT:XPC:IMPERAT. Considerable amount of mint luster. NGC graded MS-62.
Bavaria was given to the Wittelsbach family by emperor Friedrich I in 1180. Family feuds kept it disorganized until the early 16th century. Ludwig IV was the first to issue gold coins for the duchy. He was also Holy Roman Emperor, so that title is found on the coin. This is a true late medieval striking known as a Chaise d'or (chair of gold), because the ruler is seated on a throne.
Estimated Value $1,700 - 2,000.
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$2,990 |
Lot 4000 |
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Bavaria. Ducat, ND. Fr-183. 3.43 grams. 21.25 mm. Albrecht V, 1550-1579. House of Wittelsbach. Obv. Bust left with hat and robes. Leg: +ALBERT9.COM.PA.R.BAVA.DV. Reverse: Quartered shield with the chain order of the Golden Fleece. Leg: SI DE9.NOBIS - QVI.COM.NOS. A lovely late renaissance portrait bust. Very Rare. NGC graded AU-58.
One of the great rarities of this collection. Albrecht was a strict Catholic who attempted to combat Protestantism in his duchy. He married Anne of Austria ending political antipathy between Bavaria and the Holy Roman Empire. He essentially bankrupted the treasury due to mismanagement, which resulted in few gold coins being struck.
Estimated Value $35,000 - 40,000.
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$42,550 |
Lot 4001 |
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Bavaria. Ducat, 1644. Fr-195; KM-63. 3.47 grams. 21.83 mm. Maximilian I, 1598-1651. Elector kneeling before haloed madonna and child. Leg: PRO*ME* O*MARIA*ORA* Incused line under figures with crown, cross and orb below. Reverse: Crowned oval arms with the chain of the Golden fleece. Leg: MAX:CO.P.R.V.BA.D.S.R.I.ARCHID.ET.EL. NGC graded AU-58.
Maximilian was known as "the Great" but true greatness eluded him. The Thirty Years War devastated his duchy, and he was constantly forced to make alliances with those he detested to save Bavaria. He appears in this coin before the Madonna, perhaps asking for guidance.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
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Lot 4002 |
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Bavaria. Ducat, 1678. Fr-213; KM-103. 3.51 grams. 21.64 mm. Ferdinand Maria, 1651-1679. Armored elector standing facing left with baton in right hand and left hand on helmet on pedestal. Leg: F.M.V.B&P.S.D.C.P - R.S.R.I.AR.EL.L.L. Reverse: Madonna and child with angels above view of Munich in inner circle. Leg: +NI.DN.CVST.O.CIVIT.FRVST.VIGIL.QVI.CVSTODIT.EAM. A visually stunning example. Very Rare. NGC graded MS-62 Prooflike.
Ferdinand Maria is rememberd for introducing the baroque era to his duchy (thanks to the contributions of his Italian wife), and establishing the rule of absolutism as a model for the rest of the German states. He produced few coins adding to the value of this piece. A great looking baroque influenced ducat.
Estimated Value $7,000 - 9,000.
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$10,063 |
Lot 4003 |
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Bavaria. Ducat, 1687. Fr-217; KM-115. 3.46 grams. 21.58 mm. Maximilian II, Emanuel, 1679-1726. Armor bust of Elector right, date below bust, CZ (Caspar Zeggin) on shoulder. Leg: M.E.V.B.& S.D.C. - P.R.S.R.I.A & E.L.L. Reverse: Madonna standing, scepter in right hand, crowned overal shield in left. Leg: TVTA.STA.T.BAVARIA - TVO SVB PRESIDIO. Very Rare. NGC graded AU-58.
Maximilain was an able ruler who won many great battles, but lost one that badly hurt him, the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. By siding with the French against the empire, he was banished from the Munich court and this lost his influence and prestige. His plan to supplant the Habsburgs with the Wittelsbachs failed.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000.
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Lot 4004 |
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Brandenburg-Ansbach. Ducat, 1619. Fr-321; KM-10. 3.24 grams. 22.68 mm. Joachim Ernst, 1603-1625. Obv. Armored bust with staff in right hand within beaded circle, date below bust. Leg +IOACH.ERNES.D.G.MARCH. - BRAND.PRVS.STE.POM. Reverse: Ornate shield with five arms within beaded circle. *CAS.VAN*CR*IA*DVX*BVRG*IN*NVR*PR*RVG* Attractively toned with a sharp strike. NGC graded AU-53.
Brandenburg Ansbach was an offshoot of the more powerful Brandenburg Prussia. Joachim Ernst was given the territory after the death of his father, Johann Georg of Brandenburg Prussia. He was a supporter of the Protestant cause, with the title of margrave. He was involved in many intrigues and accomplished little. His coins are scarce.
Estimated Value $1,700 - 2,000.
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$2,185 |
Lot 4005 |
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Brandenburg-Ansbach. Ducat, 1630. Fr-328; KM-49. 3.46 grams. 23.70. Friedrich II, Albrecht & Chritian, 1625-1634. Obv. Three brothers within beaded circle, date and shield below. Leg: D.G. FRID:ALB:CHRIST.FR.MARCH:BRAND:DVCES.-. Reverse: Decorated cartouche, 12 divisions, arms within beaded circle. Leg: *PRVSS:ST:POM:CAS:VAN:IAG:BVRG:I:- NVRN:P:R: NGC graded AU-55.
A popular type because of the three portraits found together. The three brothers ruled jointly, but not overly effectively.
Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,500.
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$1,438 |
Lot 4006 |
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Brandenburg-Bayreuth. Ducat, 1642. Fr-370; KM-57. 3.42 grams. 22.54 mm. Christian, Margravate of Brandenburg, 1603-1655. Bust right. Leg: CHRISTIAN:D:G:MAR:BRAND:DV. Reverse:Quartered oval shield. Leg: +PRVSS:ST:POM:CAS:VAN:IAG:BVRG:I:NVRNBERG.P:R: NGC graded MS-61.
A wonderful looking early ducat of the small state of Beyreuth. Beyreuth was given to Christian, who was the second son of Johann Georg of Brandenburg Prussia. Few gold coins of this state were minted, and all are very scarce.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000.
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Lot 4007 |
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Brandenburg-Franconia. Goldgulden, ND. Fr-304. 3.31 grams. 22.96. Mintmark, dog (Schwabach). Albrecht Achilles, 1464-1486. Obv. Radiant haloed St. John with lamb in left hand. ALBT: MARCH - BRAND: ELTO. Reverse: Floriated cross with four shields in the angles and a fifth in the center. Leg: +MONETA:NOVA:AVR:SWOBACH. NGC graded AU-50.
The margraviat of Brandenburg Franken was a creation from the Hohenzollern line. Upon the death of elector Friedrich I, three sons inherited, but only one, Albrecht Achilles, issued gold coins. A very nice medieval striking.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000.
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Lot 4008 |
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Breslau (Bishopric). Ducat, 1576. Fr-480; Saurma-Jeltsch XII#20. 3.49 grams. 22.29 mm. Breslau. Bishops. Martin of Grerstmann, 1574-1585. St.John pointing to lamb held in left hand, breaking inncer circle at top and bottom. Leg: MVNVS*CESAR -. -MAXIMILIANI* Reverse: Arms, double crossed, miltres above, date along the sides of shield. Leg: MARTINVS.D:G. --.EPISCO.WRAT. NGC graded MS-61.
Breslau was both a free city of the Holy Roman Empire and a bishopric. Here is the bishopric striking. Yet interestingly enough, the Emperor's name, Maximilian, is found, indicating the bishopric's allegiance to the Emperor.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
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$4,370 |
Lot 4009 |
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Breslau (Bishopric). Ducat, ND. Fr-484; F.&.S. 2573. 3.51 grams. 22.54 mm. Breslau. Bishops. Johann VI of Sitsch, 1600-1608. Obv. Haloed St. John with lamb in left hand and right pointing it it, within gadrooned circle broken at top and bottom by figure. Leg: MVNVS. CESAR - MAXIMILLANI. Reverse: Mitre crowning shield with arms. Leg:IOAN.SITSCH.D.G.EPIS.WRATIS. Rare. NGC graded MS-61.
An exceptional striking from the bishopric of Breslau. Essentially impossible to find this nice. Also, from a short reign producing few coins (1600-1608).
Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,500.
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Lot 4010 |
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Breslau (Bishopric). Ducat, 1612. Fr-489; Saurma-Jeltsch-XII#30. 3.47 grams. 22.73 mm. Breslau. Bishops. Karl of Austria, 1608-1624. Obv. Interlocking shields; one crowned, one mitred within circle. Leg: +CAROL.ERTZHERZOG.ZVE.OSTERREI. Reverse: Five line inscription with date above. Leg: *A.161Z* / KLEINOT* / GROSSEN.FREI/ SCHISSENS*/ *NEIS*/ 19 AVGVS:/+. Struck for the Shooting Festival. NGC graded MS-63.
Karl of Austria was bishop of Breslau, and prince of Poland. This is indicative of the complicated inter-relationships between the European nobility. Of additional interest is the word "Neis" in the legend. This refers to the duchy of Neisse, in which the original city of Breslau was situated.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000.
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$6,038 |
Lot 4011 |
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Breslau (City). Goldgulden, 1526. Fr-442; Saurma-Jeltsch-Pl. XXXXI,#17. 3.53 grams. 21.53 mm. Breslau. City coinage. Obv. St. Wenceslas armored with scepter sword and shield standing within beaded inner circle. Leg: S*WENCESL - AUS *D*B* Reverse:Bohemian lion within inner circle. Leg: Shield *MO*AVR*VRATISLAVIEN*1526. Very Rare. NGC graded MS-61.
Such an early dated Goldgulden as is found here is very highly sought after. The fact that St. Wenceslas is clothed in armor speaks to the tumult of the times.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000.
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Lot 4012 |
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Breslau (City). Ducat, 1554. Fr-445; Saurma-Jeltsch Pl XXXXI #21. 3.52 grams. 21.58 mm. Breslau. City coinage. Obv. Standing monarch within inner circle, broken by lance, sword and crown- holding lance in right hand and cloak, sword and shield in left hand. Leg: -*S*WENCES---LAVS*D*B (eagle). Reverse: Shield within inner circle. Leg: *MO.AVR.WRATISLAVIENSIS*1554. NGC graded MS-62.
An amazing grade for this type. Breslau had a tumultous history being fought over by Poland and Germany throughout the centuries. Add to that Bohemian and Hungarian intrigues, and the poor citizens of the city often didn't know who they belonged to.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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$2,990 |
Lot 4013 |
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Breslau (City). Ducat, 1572. Fr-447. 3.50 grams. 22.07 mm. Breslau. City coinage. In the name of Maximilian II, 1564-1576. Obv. Standing armored king with scepter in right hand; orb and cross in left hand. Leg: MAX.II.DG.E. R.IM.S. - A. - GH.B.REX.D.SL. Reverse: Quartered shield with head of Saint in center, within inner cirlce. Leg: *MO*AVR*WRATISLAVIENSIS*1.5.7.2. NGC graded AU-55.
Estimated Value $2,800 - 3,200.
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$4,140 |
Lot 4014 |
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Breslau (City). Ducat, 1617. Fr-464; Saurma-Jeltsch-Pl XXXXII #35; KM-464. 3.48 grams. 21.72 mm. Breslau. City coinage. In the name of Matthias II, 1612-1619. Obv. Crowned bust right. Leg: MATHIAS D:G.ROM.IM.S.A.G.H.B.REX.D.SIL.+. Reverse: Crowned F over arms. Leg: LEGITI (F) MECER/ TAN (II) TIBVS/ date and shield/ MONET: - VRATIS: Delightful original mint luster. NGC graded MS-63.
This is an incredible coin. So few of these around, and virtually none this choice. The ruffled collar speaks to the style of the times.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500.
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$5,520 |
Lot 4015 |
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Cologne (Archbishopric). Goldgulden, ND. Fr-789. 3.50 grams. 22.19 mm. Friedrich II of Saarwerden, 1371-1414. Obv. St. peter under canopy. Leg: FRIDIC - AREPSC. Reverse: Arms of Saarwerden. Leg: +SACRI IMP NON BTA BIIN. NGC graded AU-58.
Cologne was one of the most important bishoprics of the time. In fact from 1356, the archbishopric was one of the seven electors of the Holy Roman Empire. The temporal power of Cologne far exceeded the religious power.
Estimated Value $600 - 750.
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$920 |
Lot 4016 |
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Cologne (Archbishopric). Goldgulden, ND. Fr-791; Saurma-2682/1411. 3.50 grams. 22.59 mm. Friedrich II of Saarwerden, 1371-1414. Obv. St. John. Leg: MONETA BVINSIS Reverse: Coat of arms: Mainz/ Trier sides; quartered shield, Cologne and Saarwerden. Leg: FRIDIC- VCARP -VSCOL. NGC graded MS-63.
This is not a rare type, but the coin normally is available in Very Fine grade. Here is a far superior example.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,100.
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$1,495 |
Lot 4017 |
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Frankfurt am Main. Goldgulden, 1621. Fr-970a. 3.14 grams. 22.76 mm. Haloed St. John standing facing right with lamb in right arm and left hand on Frankfurt shield breaking legend. Leg. *MO*NO*AVREA*RE - IP* FRANCOFVRT Reverse: Orb. Leg:*FERDINAN*II*ROM*IMP*SEMP*AVG:1621133. NGC graded AU-50.
Frankfurt was the site of the election of the Emperors and the meeting place of the German Diets. This placed it as one of the most important medieval cities of Europe. Later Frankfurt accepted the Reformation, and therefore lost some of its luster, but continued to hold the elections.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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Lot 4018 |
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Frankfurt am Main. Ducat, 1637. Fr-972; KM-85. 3.43 grams. 21.82 mm. Mintmaster, AM (Johann Anseim Munch,1637-1644). Obv. Crowned eagle within shield and arms of Frankfurt. Leg: NOMEN.DOMINI.TVRRIS.FORTISSIMA* Reverse: Five lines of inscription within decorated square cartouche. Leg: DVCATVS/NOVVS./REIPVBL./FRANCO/FVRT. NGC graded MS-64.
Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,900.
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$2,300 |
Lot 4019 |
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Frankfurt am Main. Ducat, 1645. Fr-975; KM-96.2. 3.45 grams. 21.82 mm. Mintmaster, GN (George Numberger der Jungere, 1644-1645). Obv: Angel holding shield and arms. Leg: NOMEN:DOMINI.TVRRIS.FORTSISMA. Reverse: Angel above ornated cartouche. Leg: DVCATVS/NO:R.P:FR/ ANCOFVRT/ AD MOEN/1645.
Many of the ducats of Frankfurt are quite common, but not this type. In addition, this type often comes bent or damaged.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
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Lot 4020 |
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Frankfurt am Main. Ducat, 1651. Fr-976; KM-104.2. 3.44 grams. 21.52 mm. Mintmaster, Three acorns (Johan Ludwig Hailaicher, 1646-1666). Obv. Crowned eagle. Leg: NOMEN DOMINI TVRRIS FORTISSI: Reverse: Legend within cartouche. Leg: DVCATVS/NOVVS/ REIPVB/FRANCO/FVRT. NGC graded MS-63.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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$1,553 |
Lot 4021 |
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Glatz. Ducat, 1549. Fr-1068; Saurma-Jeltsch Pl.XXXVII#15. 3.55 grams. 21.73 mm. Ernst Count of Glatz, 1549-1554. Obv. Three shields within beaded inner circle, date above. Leg: +MONETA AVREA.COMITATVS.GIACEN: Reverse: Crowned Bohemian lion left. Leg: +ERNESTVS.DG.COMES.PALA.RHENI.V.BA.DVX. Choice well struck example with an abundance of mint luster. Very Rare. NGC graded AU-58.
Glatz is located in modern Poland, and is known today as Klodzko. The city became part of Bohemia, but with a German population. Never very large or very prosperous, few gold coins were minted. This is a great opportunity for the specialist.
Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,500.
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Lot 4022 |
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Hamburg. Ducat, 1497. Fr-1100. 3.48 grams. 23.22 mm. Obv. Madonna and child within oval, city shield at bottom. Leg: *MONETA.N-O: HAMBVRG: Reverse: Madonna and child in oval. Leg: oAVE.PLEN; GRACIA. 1497. Pre-1500 date coins are rare. Original mint fresh luster is extraordinary. NGC graded MS-63.
So few gold coins are dated before 1500, and so few of those would ever grade MS 63. This is a very special coin.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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$2,128 |
Lot 4023 |
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Lübeck (City). Ducat, 1656. Fr-1486-KM-36. 3.40 grams 22.15 mm. Mintmark, Star (Hans Wilms, 1645-1660). Obv. Armored royal figure standing with scepter in right hand and orb and cross in left hand. Leg: *MONE:NOVA -A- VREA.LVBEC Reverse: Crowned double eagle with city arms on its breast and the arms of the Mayor underneath, date at sides. Leg: CIVITATIS. -- IMPERIAL Sharply struck with lovely original mint luster. NGC graded MS-62.
Few city ducats of Lubeck are available today. Lubeck was the leader of the Hanseatic League in the 16th century and was a very wealthy port city. By the middle of the 17th century, when this coin was struck, the city was in decline.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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Lot 4024 |
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Lübeck (City). Ducat, 1656. Fr-1486-KM-36. 3.40 grams 22.15 mm. Mintmark, Star (Hans Wilms, 1645-1660). Obv. Armored royal figure standing with scepter in right hand and orb and cross in left hand. Leg: *MONE:NOVA -A- VREA.LVBEC Reverse: Crowned double eagle with city arms on its breast and the arms of the Mayor underneath, date at sides. Leg: CIVITATIS. -- IMPERIAL. NGC graded MS-61.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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Lot 4025 |
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Lüneburg. Goldgulden, ND. Fr-1513.; Jesse-type 546. 3.29 grams. 23.12 mm. Minted during reign of Maximilian I, 1493-1508. Luneburg was the second German city to be awarded gold minting privileges in 1434 -Lubeck in 1340 was first. Obv. St. John standing holding lamb in left arm, shield between legs, within two piece beaded circle. Leg: MONETA*NO- LVNEBVRG. Reverse: Orb within beaded circle. *+MAXIMILAI *RO NOR *REX. NGC graded AU-53.
Luneburg, just 50 miles from Hamburg, was a very important German city and Hanseatic trading center. Its power was limited, because it was one of the main centers of the duchy of Brunswick, and the dukes exerted much influence. Its coins are often crude, so this example should be truly appreciated.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
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Lot 4026 |
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Lüneburg. Goldgulden, ND (1650). Fr-1527; KM-39. 3.42 grams. 22.67 mm. No ruler name. Obv: St. John standing, holding lamb, rampant lion in shield at feet. Leg: :MONETA: -- LVNEBEVR: Reverse: Crescent moon with profile face right within beaded circle. Leg: *VISITAVIT:ROS:ORIEN:EX:ALTO: NGC graded AU-55.
Luneburg, translated, means city of the moon. Hence, the crescent moon design. Few of this type were minted, and even less survived. A great opportunity.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
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Lot 4027 |
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Mainz. Ducat, 1651. Fr-1656; KM-105. 3.39 grams. 22.47 mm. Johann Philipp Graf von Schoenborn, 1647-1673. Obv. Left facing portrait. Leg:* IOHANN PHILIP D.G.ARCHEP MOG S.R.I ARCHIC PRINC EL. Reverse: Crowned arms. Leg: EPISC HERBIP ET ORICRI FRANCO DVX 1651. NGC graded MS-61.
Mainz was one of the great cities of medieval and renaissance Germany. It was one of the seven electors of the Holy Roman Emperors. In fact, its archbishop was president of the electoral college, and primate of Germany. The Thirty Years War and occupations by the Swedes and French destroyed the city's prosperity.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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$1,560 |
Lot 4028 |
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Mainz. Ducat, ND (1696). Fr-1666; KM-220. 3.50 grams. 20.76 mm. Mintmaster initials, GFN (Geog Friedrich Nurnberger, in Nuremberg). Lothar Franc, 1695-1729. On the Peace of Ryswick. Concordia seated with corucopia in left arm, crown or wreath of victory in right extened arm. Under figure "CONCORDIA" Reverse: Arms under canopy. Leg: L.F.D.G.A - &E.M.E.B. NGC graded MS-61.
The Peace of Ryswick was signed as an end to the war of the grand alliance. Essentially, the nations of England, Netherlands, Spain, and The Holy Roman Empire united to oppose the expansionsit aims of France and Louis XIV. In actuality, the war and the peace treaty accomplished little, yet at the time, was thought of as a great event. Notice that the war was not fought on religious graounds, as two of the Catholic countries opposed Catholic France. The times, they are a changing.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
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Lot 4029 |
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Mansfeld. Ducat, 1687. Fr-1573; KM-135. 3.44 grams. 22.22 mm. Franz Maximilian and Heinrich Franz, 1644-1692. Obv. St. George slaying the dragon. Leg: .FRAZ.MAX.HEINR.FRANZ.COMITIN MANSFELT Reverse: Crowned arms within chain of the Golden Fleece. Leg: .NOB.DOM.INHELD -- UNGEN.SEB.E.SER. NGC graded AU-55.
Mansfeld is an example of how an ancient noble family can be ruined by hereditary divisions. The original Mansfeld, located north of Saxony, stems from the eleventh century. Yet the county was subdivided so many times, that it lost its power and prestige. Located in the Harz Mountains, large deposits of silver produced tremendous numbers of silver coins, but few gold ones. This is a tough coin to find.
Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,600.
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Lot 4030 |
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Nuremberg. Goldgulden, 1536. Fr-1801; Kellner-12. 3.21 Grams. 24.03 mm. Saint Lawrence with halo, head and feet breaking legend at top and bottom. Book in left and right holding grate over shoulder. Leg: SANCTVS* - LAVRENTIVS -. Date in field on either side of saint. Reverse: Eagle left breaking inner circle. Leg: NVRENBERG* - MONE*REIPVB. Boldly struck with considerable mint luster. NGC graded AU-55.
This type comes both dated and undated. Dated examples such as this one command significant premiums. St. Lawrence, being the patron saint of the city is prominently displayed.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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Lot 4031 |
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Nuremberg. Goldgulden, 1611. Fr-1807; Kellner-18. 3.17 grams. 22.77 mm. Obv. St. Lawrence facing left, with objects in both hands. Date on either side. Leg: LAVRENTIVS - SANCTVS. Reverse: Eagle with N on breast. Leg: +MONTE + REIPVB+ NVREMBERG+. Sharply struck on a full flan. NGC graded AU-55.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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$1,438 |
Lot 4032 |
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Nuremberg. Ducat, 1635. Fr-1828; Kellner-54. 3.36 grams. 24.20 mm. City coinage (1635-1645). Mintmaster (star) Hans Christoph Lauer, 1619-1639. Obv: City coat of arms. Leg: PAX.NOVA.NVNS.REDEAT.MARS.PEREATQAE.FEROX. Reverse: Decorated Square cartouche within. Leg: MONETA/AVREA/REIPVB:/NORIB/1635. NGC graded MS-63.
Not that rare of a type, but of exceptional quality.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000.
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Lot 4033 |
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Nuremberg. Ducat, 1640. Fr-1826; Kellner-57. 3.47 grams. 22.09 mm. Date in chronogram. Obv. Eagle facing left. Leg: +DUCATUS REIPUB:NORIMBERGEN: Reverse: Angel head behind two shields. Leg: sIt DeVs aVXILIVM tVta sIt Ipse saLvs*. NGC graded MS-63.
The date being in chronogram means that the larger letters in the legend are all Roman Numerals, and if added together, total 1640. A very clever way of dating coins.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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Lot 4034 |
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Nuremberg. Ducat, 1640. Fr-1829; Kellner-62 (56); KM-137. 3.48 grams. 22.65 mm. Peace Ducat. Obv. Eagle facing left around leg: DVCATVS REIPVB NORIMBERG: Reverse: Genius standing with two shields, date in chronogram. Leg: *SIT DEVS AVXILIVM TVTA SIT IPSE SALIVS. NGC graded MS-63.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000.
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$2,760 |
Lot 4035 |
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Nuremberg. Ducat, 1649. Fr-1833; KM-159; Kellner-60. 3.45 grams. 22.31 mm. Obv. Three shields of arms. Leg: +MONETA AUREA. REIPUB. NORINBERG: Reverse: Paschal lamb on bible with banner. Leg: CHRISTO DUCE VERBO LUCE. NGC graded AU-55.
This is an example of the "Lamb Ducat" coinage of Nuremberg. A great design and a very popular type.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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Lot 4036 |
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Nuremberg. Ducat, 1650. Fr-1839; KM-168; Kellner-62. 3.46 grams. 23.25 mm. On the Peace of Westphalia. Obv. Eagle facing right. Hand from heaven holds wreath over eagles head. Leg: DVCATVS REIPVB NORIMBERG. Reverse: Six-line inscription, above arms (shield) divide Roman numeral date at bottom. Leg: IMP. / FERDINAN.III/ P.F. AVGVSTO/ PACIS EXECVTIO/ DECRETA/ NORI - BERGAE/ MD -CL /16 - IVNI. Sharply struck with an abundance of original luster. NGC graded MS-63.
The Peace of Westphalia ended the Thirty Years War. Nuremberg was especially hard hit from the war, being occupied from Sweden. One must try to understand the incredible relief central Europe felt after thirty years of continuous devestation.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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Lot 4037 |
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Nuremberg. Ducat, 1700. Fr-1885; KM-257; Kellner-64b. 3.49 grams. 21.95 mm. Obv. Three shields with dove holding ribbon above. Leg: +SECVVLVM NOVVM CELEBRAT RESP. NORIBERGENSIS. Reverse: Lamb holding banner {PAX} on globe. Date in chronogram. Leg: TEMPORA NOSTRA PATER DONATA PACE CORONA. Fully lustrous. NGC graded MS-64.
This is an incredibly choice example of this popular type. Lamb Ducats come in numerous denominations from 1/32 to 5 Ducat size and are avidly collected.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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$1,553 |
Lot 4038 |
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Pfalz. Goldgulden, ND. Fr-1967a. 3.51 grams. 21.29 mm. Ruprecht I, 1353-1390. Obv. St. John the Baptist with eagle to the right of his head. Reverse: Palatinate arms in octolobe. Leg: + RUPERT; DUX. ---ODESPAL. NGC graded MS-63.
Pfalz, also known as the Palatinate, was one of the first German areas to strike Goldguldens. Originally, these coins, modelled after the Florentine type. had St John with lily reverse. This example, still has St. John, but the reverse is changed to have the local arms displayed. A more advanced type.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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Lot 4039 |
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Pfalz-Simmern. Ducat, 1577. Fr-2051. 3.47 grams. 23.27 mm. Richard, 1569-1598. Obv. Count standing, sword in right hand on right shoulder, left hand on sword hilt. Leg: RICHA.D.G.C. - PA - .RHE. DVX.BA. Reverse: Arms, value at bottom and two digit date. Mintmark at top, hat. Leg: MO.NO.AVRE. (in circle) (1/Dr) SIMERENSIS. Lovely original mint luster. NGC graded MS-62.
Pfalz, located in the Baden Wurttemberg region, was one of the seven Electors of the Holy Roman Empire. In fact, the count held the additional title of steward to the emperor. The Simmern subdivision, was actually the one who inherited the electoral right. This is a scarce and important coin.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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