GERMAN STATES, Augsburg. Reichstaler 1740, Augsburg. 29.15 g. Mintmaster Johann Christian Holeisen With the title of Karl VI, Holy Roman Emperor 1711-40. Obv.: View of Augsburg in the background; the crowned Stadtpyr on a pedestal at center, with cornucopia in the foreground. River god Lech reclining left with urn and oar, and the river goddesses Wertach and Singold to right with urns. In the cartouche below, the date MDCCXL and the mintmark of two horseshoes. Rev.: Laureate and armored bust of Karl VI right, wearing a mantle and the Collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece. Below, a dove and the engraver’s signature IT for Jonas Thiébaud. Rarely offered. Delicate patina, with minimal adjustment marks. Dav. 1921, Ex. Künker 314, 25.09.2017, lot 4950, ticket enclosed Grade: EF/AU