Lot 648
Pfalz-Simmern. Ducat, 1577. Fr-2051. 3.47 grams. 23.27 mm. Richard, 1569-1598. Obv. Count standing, sword in right hand on right shoulder, left hand on sword hilt. Leg: RICHA.D.G.C. - PA - .RHE. DVX.BA. Reverse Arms, value at bottom and two digit date. Mintmark at top, hat. Leg: MO.NO.AVRE. (in circle) (1/Dr) SIMERENSIS. Lovely original mint luster. NGC graded MS-62.
Pfalz, located in the Baden Wurttemberg region, was one of the seven Electors of the Holy Roman Empire. In fact, the count held the additional title of steward to the emperor. The Simmern subdivision, was actually the one who inherited the electoral right. This is a scarce and important coin.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
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