Sigismund III Vasa, Shelagus 1621, Riga - exquisite
Monogram type I (Marzęta)
Coat of arms shield type 9 (Marzęta)
Abbreviated date Z - I on the sides of the monogram.
Liszka (the mint mark of Otto von Meppen - mayor of Riga) to the left divides the obverse inscription at the bottom of the reverse.
Variety of inscription with the king's titular ... POL M D L in the rim on the obverse and ... RIGENSIS in the rim on the reverse.
Condition: NGC MS65
A superbly struck and exquisitely preserved piece. Deep, artistic relief. Impressive detail. Intense luster and mint mirror over the entire surface. An exquisite piece for discerning collectors.
Recommended
Literature: Kopicki 8169 (R), Kopicki(MZIIIW) 1398 (R), Marzęta 1621-I-1-a, Haljak 1125a
