August III Saxon, Tymf 1753, Leipzig - variety
A distinctive coin with a face value of 18 grosze (ort) and a denomination symbol T
On the obverse, a bust in profile to the right wearing a crown.
On the reverse a crowned shield of the coat of arms. Below the shield the denomination symbol T
Bust narrow with ribbed shoulder straps, smooth sleeve section and ribbed ribbon of the Order of the Golden Fleece.
Crown fields of the obverse and reverse smooth with suspensions in the center fields.
Brooch of the clasp oval with a pearl border.
Rivet heads on the breastplate (four).
Reverse variant with nine leaves.
Punctuation variant with a dot after the T and after the date.
State of preservation: 2-
Scratches and scratches on the surface and a number written on the obverse, but a beautifully preserved piece.Good detail. Gloss and lots of mint mirror. A rare and sought after denomination. An attractive piece.
Recommended
Metal: silver
Weight: 5.71 g
Literature: Anuszczyk T53E.1.a (R2), Kopicki 2104, Kahnt 685 var.e
