Prussia 1705-CS thaler Dav-2563

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Heritage sale 3089, lot 31144
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This specimen was lot 31144 in Heritage sale 3089 (Dallas, TX, January 2021), where it did not sell. The catalog description[1] noted, "Germany. Prussia. Friedrich I Taler 1705-CS AU55 NGC, Berlin mint. Struck under Friedrich (Frederick) I, who became the first "King in Prussia" in 1701. Lightly toned in silver, with glistening argent luster that careens over the fields upon inspection. Very scarce in this fine quality, and a specimen certain to add prestige and pride of ownership to its future cabinet and owner." This rare type was struck 1704-05. Prussian thalers do not become readily available until the reign of Frederick the Great.

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: silver.

Catalog reference: KM 51, Dav-2563.

Source:

  • Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.
  • Davenport, John S., European Crowns, 1700-1800, 2nd Ed., London: Spink & Son, 1964.
  • [1]Cristiano Bierrenbach, Warren Tucker and Sam Spiegel, Heritage Auction 3089: NYINC World & Ancient Coins Platinum & Signature Auction - Dallas, featuring the Cape Coral Collection of European Crowns and the Penn Collection, Dallas, TX: Heritage Auction Galleries, 2020.

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