August III of Saxony, 1754 EC, Leipzig – a beautiful
On the obverse, a crowned bust in right-facing profile.
On the reverse, a crowned coat-of-arms shield. Below the shield, the denomination VI and the initials E–C (Ernest Dietrich Croll—master of the Leipzig Mint).
The bust features a shoulder piece with a wedge-shaped, diagonally ribbed cross-section and a ribbed ribbon of the Order of the Golden Fleece.
The crown fields on the obverse and reverse are smooth, with pendants in the central fields.
Rivets on the epaulet and breastplate.
Condition: 2+
Minor imperfections in the metal and strike, but a beautifully struck and well-preserved piece for this type. Beautiful detail. Good luster and plenty of mint mirror finish. A beautiful coin for discerning collectors.
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Metal: silver
Weight: 2.76 g
References: Kopicki 2100.a, Kahnt as 693 var.b
