German States
Regensburg (German States), taler, 1801-1802-Z, Francis II, rare, NGC AU 55, ex-Lee.Thun-273; KM-475; Dav-793.Rare, dual-dated type and a key coin for a German States taler collection. Sharply struck with a touch of cabinet rub on the high points, deeply rainbow-toned surfaces with hints of luster, small planchet flaw below the bust and two more near the keys on the reverse (typical for the type).Pedigreed to the George L. Lee Collection and subsequent Schulman auction of June 17-18, 1958, lot #1192, as well as the Zeitlos Collection, with collector's envelope.
Estimate: 1000-1500 USD