CNG 87, Lot: 1669. Estimate $300. Sold for $320. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

GERMANY, Braunschweig-Lüneburg. Principality of Calenberg-Hannover. Johann Friedrich. Duke, 1665-1679. AR 2/3 Palmbaumtaler (36mm, 14.61 g, 12h). Clausthal mint. Dated 1679 in Roman numerals. Armored bust right / Palm tree on rocky outcropping; behind, two clipper ships under sail right on sea. Welter 1730; Davenport 379; KM 224. Good VF, toned.

From the Clarence & Helen Zaar Maritime Collection.