Lot 643
German States -- Nuremberg. Taler, 1742. Dav-2482; Ke-272; Witt-1993. Paul Gottlieb of Nuremberg. City view. Reverse: Bust of Charles VII, 1742-1745. Light double striking. Lovely old gray toning with hints of olive green, with much luster. NGC graded MS-62.
Charles VII, also known as Karl Albrecht, elector of Bavaria, was actually a quasi emperor. Charles VI, through the Pragmatic Sanction, had arranged for his daughter, Maria Theresa, to be named Empress upon his death. Charles VII rejected this arrangement, obtained an army and marched on Vienna. He never conquered Vienna but he did arrange for his coronation as king of the Romans. His armies were defeated and he retreated and soon died. His rule was inconsequential and probably unlawful, but his coins are magnificent, as seen here. He was the only non-Habsburg to be crowned Emperor in 400 years!
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,300.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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