August III of Saxony, minted in 1755 CE, Leipzig
On the obverse, a crowned bust in right-facing profile.
On the reverse, a crowned coat-of-arms shield. Below the shield, the denomination 18 and the letters E–C
A wide bust with a ribbed ribbon of the Order of the Golden Fleece.
A circular coat-of-arms shield with a double line.
The crown fields on the obverse and reverse are vertically ribbed.
Oval clasp brooch.
A variant of the reverse featuring eight leaves.
A variant with no period at the end of the inner inscription on the obverse and no period after the date.
Condition: 2/2+
Shallowly struck, but beautifully preserved for this type. Good detail. Luster and plenty of mint mirror finish. An attractive coin.
We recommend
Metal: silver
Weight: 5.72 g
References: Anuszczyk 55A.1.e, Kopicki 2113, Kahnt 688 var.d
