CNG 90, Lot: 2222. Estimate $3000. Sold for $8000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

GERMANY, Sachsen-Ernestinische Linie (Sachsen-Altenburg [Herzogtum]). Friedrich. 1602-1625. AR Taler auf den Tod (44mm, 29.12 g, 2h). Commemorating his death during the Thirty Years’ War. Saalfeld mint. Dually dated 12 February 1599 and 25 October 1625. Armored half-length bust right, holding baton; helmet on platform before / Legend in nine lines. Schnee 283; Davenport 7373. Near EF, toned, well struck. Very rare.

From the HLT Collection.