Lot 4155
Basel. Ducat, 1653. Fr-51; KM-106. 3.44 grams. 22.67 mm. City of Basel. Obv: Cartouche with a plain design. Leg: DVCATUS / NOVVS/ REIPUB: / BASILE/ ENSIS. Reverse: Spread eagle facing right holding shield and arms. Leg: * DOMINE. CONSERVA. NOS. IN. PACE. 1653. A lovely example with splendid mint brilliance. Rare. NGC graded MS-64.
Another great rarity in the coins of Basel. Notice in the legend the statement of Basel being a republic. This fact is missing from the earlier ducats and goldguldens.
Estimated Value $5,000 - 6,000.
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| Realized $5,750 |
