German States
Munster. Bishopric Medallic "Peace of Westphalia" Taler 1648 AU50 PCGS, 39mm, Pax-124, cf. KM47 (pictured, not described). By E. Ketteler. A significant issue commemorating one of the most destructive conflicts in German national history prior to the outbreak of the World Wars, this colorfully toned piece marks the conclusion of the Thirty Years' War in Munster. Ever stroke of the bird's feathers and the threads of the pillow are quite clear, evoking a sense of superb preservation and even greater execution.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 700-750 USD