Lot 651
German States -- Prussia. Friedrick d'Or, 1749-ALS (Berlin). Fr-2382; Old-379; v. Schr-13. Friedrich II, The Great, 1740-1786. Cuirassed and draped bust left. Reverse: Crowned eagle on war gear, with flanking eagle-topped standards and crown above; date below right. Mottled toning on brilliant and fully lustrous fields. Superb strike from elegantly engraved dies. Prooflike fields. And a marvelous portrait. Of the Highest Rarity! NGC graded MS-63.
Friedrich was one of the greatest leaders in Europe in the 18th century. He modernized his country and developed Prussia into a leading European power. His military genius was renowned. Napoleon, who admired Friedrich, went to visit his tomb in Potsdam, and said of Friedrich, "If this man were still alive, I would not be here."
Estimated Value $12,500 - 15,000.
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| Realized $25,300 |
