Lot 640
German States -- Nuremberg. Taler, 1711. Dav-2475; Kellner-268. Georg Friedrich, mintmaster. 29.17 grams. Eagle with shields over city view. Reverse: Bust of Karl VI right with "GFN" below. Boldly struck and well centered. Gorgeous iridescent toning. Rare. NGC graded MS-65.
Karl succeeded more as a musician than as a statesman. He composed, played the harpsichord, and conducted the court band. Unfortunately, he performed those functions when he should have been leading the nation.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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