Transylvania
Selections from the Eric P. Newman Collection of World Coins. Gabriel Bethlen gold Ducat 1614, Klausenburg mint, KM102, Fr-350, MS63 NGC. Obv. Bust right with feathered fur cap. Rev. Bethlen arms and date. A superb example, with boldly defined details, and lustrous, minimally marked surfaces. Very rare in this choice condition. Gabriel Bethlen ruled from 1613 to 1629, during the period of the Thiry Years War.Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate' Partnership of Eric P Newman / B.G. Johnson.
Estimate: 4000-5000 USD