Lot 614
German States -- Hesse-Darmstadt. Mining Taler, 1714. Dav-2315; Hoffm-3577; KM-125. Ernst Ludwig, 1678-1739. Bust right, below "B.I.B" (Balthasar Johann Bethmann). Reverse: Mining scene, crowned and supported arms below. Reflective and natural surfaces with lovely old toning. Incredible artistic work on this beautiful taler. Rare. NGC graded MS-65.
In an attempt to imitate the Court of Louis XIV of France, Ernst Ludwig plunged his estates into debt. His mining Thalers were an attempt to impress his contemporaries with his wealth, yet few were produced.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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