German States
Hesse-Cassel. Friedrich II Taler 1778-BR AU55 NGC, KM516, Dav-2303. The infamous "Blood Taler" used to pay the Hessian mercenaries during the Revolutionary War. Presenting deeply-engraved peripheries and a golden-ash tone.
Ex. Heritage Auction #332 (September 2003, Lot 11746)
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