Lot 4167
Transylvania. Ducat, 1646. Fr-384; Resch-45; Hess-863; KM-261. Weissenburg mint. 3.46 grams. 21.9 mm. Georg I Rakoczi, 1630-1648. Armored half length bust with fur cap right and scepter over right shoulder. Leg: GEORG.RAKO.D.G.PRI.TRA. Reverse: Eagle over seven castles, A-I at sides. Leg: PA.RE.HV.DO.ET.SIC.CO.1646*. Lovely original mint luster. NGC graded MS-61.
George Rakoczi I was essentially the last successful ruler of Transylvania. After his death in 1648, the state went quickly downhill. The golden age was over.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
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| Realized $4,600 |
