SWEDEN. Pomerania. 2 Ducats, 1697. Szczecin Mint. Karl XI. NGC MS-61.
Fr-2117; KM-342; SB-60; SG-85; Hagander-280; Kopicki-9942; Bruun auction-1534; Bruun-12552. Weight: 6.94 gms. Mintmaster: Julius Christian Arensburg. Szczecin (or Stettin) was the capitol of Swedish Pomerania from the Peace at Westphalia in 1648 till the downfall of Karl XII in 1720 during which time the city was heavily fortified and also besieged several times. The reverse of this Mint State Ducat, lustrous, beautiful and VERY RARE, shows a sheaf on top of which lies the royal regalia. To the right in the background, on this particular variation, a charming little church is seen.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection. Ex: Countship of Brahesminde Collection (Private Sale - 1922).

Estimate: $10000