Tuscany 1780 2 paoli
This specimen was lot 30818 in Heritage sale 3029 (New York, January 2014), where it sold for $998.75. The catalog description[1] noted, "Tuscany. Pietro Leopold of Lorranie 2 Paoli 1780, MS63 NGC. A superb example with steel-blue and gray toning over fully lustrous surfaces. Only minuscule imperfections are visible under close examination. Rare in this choice Mint State condition." This type is listed for 1770-87 and is scarce. Peter Leopold was the second son of Maria Theresia of Austria and emperor Joseph II's brother. He became emperor himself on the death of Joseph in 1790 but his reign lasted only until his death in 1792. In 1800, Tuscany was occupied by the French and not returned to Hapsburg rule until 1815.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: 5.65 g, .920 fine silver, .167 troy oz ASW.
Catalog reference: KM-C18, Montagano 388/2 (R2), CNI XII-100.
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- Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.
- [1]Bierrenbach, Cristiano, Stuart Levine and Bruce Lorich, Heritage World and Ancient Coins Auction 3029, featuring Selections from the Eric P. Newman Collection, Part III, Dallas, TX: Heritage Auction Galleries, 2013.
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