AUSTRIA. Batthyani. Karl Joseph, 1764-1772. Halbtaler 1765 (Silver, 33 mm, 14.00 g, 12 h), Vienna. CAROL S R I PRINC DE BATTHYAN P I N U & S COM AUR U E C C P S U S C Cuirassed bust of Karl Joseph to right. Rev. GEN C MAR U L DIM COL U S C & R A M A I CONS & S CONF MIN 1765 Round arms with crown and five helmets, held by two winged horses, on crowned mantle. Holzmair 12. Beautifully toned. Very fine.

From the collection of Dr. Max Blaschegg (1930-2021, with collector’s ticket).