Lot 807
Russia, German State -- Holstein-Gottorp. Taler, 1753 (Mannheim). Dav-1353; Cr-4; KM-110: Sev-1890. Karl Peter Ulrich of Holstein-Gottorp, 1739-1762. Rare: only 1,000 pieces struck. Bust right of elegant engraving, with tiny "S" below. Reverse: Crowned double-headed eagle with arms of Russia and Schleswig-Holstein. Lovely, soft pinkish silvery gray toning. A beautiful piece. NGC graded AU-58.
Karl Peter Ulrich's coins bear the title of Grand Duke of all Russia, and in fact he was to become czar of Russia in 1762 (as Peter III), the choice of Empress Elizabeth, but alas he had the misfortune of being married to the brilliant, ambitious Catherine, who soon had him deposed, at which she ruled independently as Empress Catherine II. This tiny mintage of 1,000 coins is ardently coveted not just by Germans and Danes but by Russians as well. An exceptional example, with marvelous details!
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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