CNG 108, Lot: 942. Estimate $750. Sold for $1234. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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GERMANY, Sachsen-Albertinische Linie (Kurfünstentum). Johann Georg II. 1656-1680. AR Klippe Taler (45x45mm, 12h). Commemorating the marriage of Erdmuthe Sophie to Christian Ernst. Dresden mint. Dated
1662. Hands emerging from clouds crowning with wreath a monument decorated with two coats-of-arms, joined by hanging garlands to two garlanded pillars on either side, one surmounted by a pair of wings, the other a pair of doves; radiate name of God above; ornate coats-of-arms in corners / Legend in nine lines; ornate coats-of-arms in corners. Clauss & Kahnt 511; Davenport 7631; KM 500. In NGC encapsulation, 4192045-001, graded AU 58. Toned.
From the Jonathan K. Kern Collection.