German State Sede Vacante Talers and Medals
Bamberg - 1753 Medal (Zepernick 67)
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
GERMAN MEDALS Bamberg |
| Design Description: |
Sede Vacante |
| Item Description: |
Silver SILVER 1753-DATED ERLANGER-2287 BAMBERG CATHEDRAL |
| Full Grade: |
NGC MS 63 |
| Owner: |
worldcoinguy |
Owner Comments:
Struck to commemorate the empty seat after the death of Johann Philipp Anton von Franckenstein, Prince-Bishop of Bamberg from 1746-1753. Obv features St. George killing the dragon with the lance. Reverse features Emperor Heinrich II on horseback with Bamberg cathedral behind. Designed by J. L. Oexlein. Classification: Zepernick 67, Heller 371. 38.32 mm; 21.63 g.
ex - Kuenker auction 350, lot 784.