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GERMANY. Silesia-Liegnitz-Brieg. 5 Ducats, 1666 CBS. Brieg Mint, Mint Master Christoph Bretschneider. Christian. NGC AU Details--Mount Removed.
Fr-3210; KM-508. An EXTREMELY RARE two-year type that seldom appears on the market. Tall armored bust right with long locks, Silesia and Liegnitz titles; Reverse: Silesian eagle with crescent on its breast, "BREGENSIS. E. WOLAVIENSIS", date, CBS appears in an oval below the tail. A well struck survivor on a broad flan with wear consistent for the grade and intricate design features that are bold and clear. Evidence of mount removal as indicated on the NGC insert done expertly and hardly distracting. Despite its shortcomings a wholesome and attractive example sure to add depth to the next collection it enters.
Fr-3210; KM-508. An EXTREMELY RARE two-year type that seldom appears on the market. Tall armored bust right with long locks, Silesia and Liegnitz titles; Reverse: Silesian eagle with crescent on its breast, "BREGENSIS. E. WOLAVIENSIS", date, CBS appears in an oval below the tail. A well struck survivor on a broad flan with wear consistent for the grade and intricate design features that are bold and clear. Evidence of mount removal as indicated on the NGC insert done expertly and hardly distracting. Despite its shortcomings a wholesome and attractive example sure to add depth to the next collection it enters.
This coinage dates to the golden age of Silesian independence under scions of the ancient Polish dynasty of Piast. The Duchy ultimately fell to the Habsburgs and was seized by Friedrich the Great of Prussia and held in the teeth of his enemies in repeated conflicts which devastated the region.
Ex: Stack's Auction January 14, 2008, Lot # 2779.
Estimate: $35000 - $50000