Lot 493
Austria -- Batthyani. Taler, 1768. Dav-1183; Holzm-13; KM-6. Karl Joseph, 1764-1772. Vienna mint. Bust right. Reverse: Crowned and mantled arms. Only 300 pieces struck. Fully lustrous, reflective fields and lovely mottled toning, pastel pink and mauve, with some blue hues. NGC graded MS-63 Prooflike.
Karl Joseph was from an ancient and venerable Hungarian family, and was a loyal follower of the Emperor. After fifty years of service he was rewarded with the title of Prince of the Empire and was granted the mintage right. Since his territory was quite small, he only issued a small number of coins.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,300.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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