Lot 664
German States -- Regensburg. Gold Ducat, ND-IBC. KM-306. Franz I, 1745-1765. Detailed city view showing the many towers of Regensburg, its river and bridges, the sun shining upon the industry of the place, and the keys to the city below. Reverse: Laureate, cuirassed and draped bust of Franz I right. An exquisite piece, sharply struck and glowing with luster, all "framed" by deep, wide denticles -- the very picture of successful commerce and human progress. NGC graded MS-64 Prooflike.
Husband to Maria Theresa and father of their sixteen children, Franz essentially left the governing in his wife's capable hands, although he was also Grand Duke of Tuscany. Here we see an excellent example of their trade Ducat. These little "golden views" of the city were certainly an inducement to think of the city in terms of its offered "golden" opportunities.
Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,500.
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