GERMANY, Hessen-Kassel (Landgrafschaft). Friederich II. 1760-1785. AR Taler (36mm, 23.36 g, 12h). Kassel mint. Dated 1778 BR.

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GERMANY, Hessen-Kassel (Landgrafschaft). Friederich II. 1760-1785. AR Taler (36mm, 23.36 g, 12h). Kassel mint. Dated 1778 BR. Head right / Lion rampant left on star. KM 516; Davenport 2303. Uneven toning, deposit, numerous rim bumps. VF.

From the Todd Hansen Collection. Ex Spink 162 (27 March 2003), lot 296.

This type is sometimes known in the United States as the “Blood Dollar,” as it is associated with British payments made to Hessian mercenaries fighting against the Continental Army.

Closing Date and Time: 9 September 2020 at 13:28:00 ET.

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