GERMANY. Harz. Tauftaler (Baptismal Taler), ND (1701-67). Zellerfeld Mint. NGC AU-53.Dav-2935. Deeply toned with some underlying brilliance, this piece exhibits some typical strike doubling, but overall presents a solid strike for issue.Featuring the baptismal scene of Christ and St. John the Baptist, these interesting issues were not specifically made for circulation nor did they convey a monetary value, but given their size, they acquired the name of baptismal talers.From the Linda Collection.
