Lot 605
German States -- Friedberg. Taler, 1747-CPS. Dav-2250; KM-66. St George standing on dragon with a shield on each side. Reverse: Crowned, double-headed eagle with a coat of arms in each claw. In the titles of Francis I. A pleasing example. NGC graded MS-62.
Friedberg is a small city located a bit north of Frankfurt. Granted the title of a free imperial city in 1211, it produced a small number of coins. All of its Talers are rare. Friedberg is also a United States military base where Elvis Presley was stationed. There is an Elvis Presley Platz located in the downtown area of the city.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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| Realized $2,300 |
