Mainz 1695-AK 2 thaler Dav-LS349

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Heritage sale 3096, lot 30253
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This specimen was lot 30253 in Heritage auction 3096 (Dallas, TX, March 2021), where it sold for $15,600. The catalog description[1] noted,

"German States: Mainz. Anselm Franz Medallic 2 Taler 1695-AK MS63+ NGC. A captivating example of this "Schautaler" type, depicting Anselm Franz von Ingelheim, Archbishop-Elector of Mainz from 1679 to 1695, and specially produced with great attention to detail, as evidenced by the medallic and high-relief features that comprise the intricate design motifs. Possessing a marvelous iridescence, with sharp glints of luster expressed through emerald and sunset hues that blanket the surfaces. The first example of this compelling type that we have seen, and the only example certified to date. From the Paramount Collection."

This issue is very similar to the single thaler minted in 1696 (KM 219). A sixty kreuzer or gulden (KM 201) and a three kreuzer or groschen (KM 217) were also struck in 1695. Lothar Francis was also bishop of Bamberg 1693-1729 and issued coins there as well.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: silver, this specimen 57.67 g.

Catalog reference: KM 218, Dav-LS349, Prinz Alexander-603 var. (there, in tin).

Source:

  • Cuhaj, George S., and Thomas Michael, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1601-1700, 6th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2014.
  • Craig, William D., Germanic Coinages: Charlemagne through Wilhelm II, Mountain View, CA: 1954.
  • Davenport, John S., German Church and City Talers, 1600-1700, Galesburg, IL, 1967.
  • [1]Bierrenbach, Cristiano and Warren Tucker, Heritage World and Ancient Coins Auction 3096, featuring the Paramount Collection of World & Ancient Coins, Dallas, TX: Heritage Auction Galleries, 2021.

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