Lot 570
German States -- Besançon. Taler, 1661. Dav-5070. Crowned double eagle with arms on breast. Reverse: Charles V standing dividing date. Very pleasing for the technical grade given. NGC graded AU-50.
Besancon is today a part of France, yet for many centuries it was part of the Holy Roman Empire and was officially granted the status of a free imperial city with the right to mint coins, as well as being a Bishopric. It was only after the Treaty of Nijmegen in 1678 that Besancon reverted to France.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
Ex Irving Goodman Collection.
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