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Bohemia (Wallenstein). Ducat, 1631. Fr-145; KM-61. 3.70 grams. 21.94 mm. Albert Wallenstein (Duke of Friedland and Sagan), 1625-1634. Front large facing armored and draped bust in beaded circle broken at the top. Reverse: Crowned complex arms. Very Rare. NGC graded MS-62. Wallenstein is one of the most fascinating characters of this period. Born of a noble family, he was appointed general of the Imperialist forces by emperor Ferdinand II. A great general, he won numerous battles for his commander. Unfortunately, his ego was as great as his abilities, and he so angered his officer corps, that they assasinated him. Estimated Value $7,000 - 9,000. The Dr. Jacob Terner Collection. Categories: World Gold

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This item has been sold for $15500.0 / 2010-05-30

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