August III of Saxony, 6-thaler, 1753 CE, Leipzig – denomination VI – rare
The first year of minting August III of Saxony’s 6-thalers.
A bust wearing a crown, facing right, on the obverse.
A crowned coat-of-arms shield on the reverse. Below the shield, the denomination “VI” and the letters “E–C”
Denomination “VI.”
A narrow bust with ribbed shoulder strap bands, a cross-section of the sleeve, and a ribbed ribbon of the Order of the Golden Fleece.
Condition: 2-
Slightly under-struck, but a beautifully preserved piece for this type. Good detail. Luster and plenty of mint mirror . A rare variant with the denomination “VI.” An attractive coin.
We recommend
Metal: silver
Weight: 3.10 g
References: Kopicki 2099 (R4), Kahnt none, Kahnt as 693 var. b, but year 1753
