German States
Selections from the Eric P. Newman Collection of World Coins. Prussia. Friedrich II (The Great) gold Friedrichs d'or 1750-A, Fr-2389, v. Schrotter-90, AU53 NGC. Obv. Head of Friedrich right. Rev. Crowned baroque arms. An extremely rare, one-year type with minimally marked surfaces and abundant remaining luster. This is the only certified example and we can find no record of sales for this elusive item in recent years. Friedrich was the grandson of George I of Great Britain, and nephew of George II. He was best known as a brilliant military tactician.
Estimate: 15000-20000 USD