Duchy of Warsaw Thaler 1814 IB, Warsaw – Zbichorski Collection
Coin from the collection of Kazimierz Zbichorski.
Obverse: Head of Frederick Augustus facing right.
In the rim: FRID AVG REX SAX DVX VARSOV
Reverse: Beneath the crown, encircled by a wreath of palm branches, a two-field coat-of-arms shield bearing the coats of arms of Poland and Saxony. On either side of the crown, the date 18–14; at the bottom, the initials I–B (Jakub Benicke—manager of the Warsaw Mint). Below, the inscription TALAR
Condition:
Minor metal imperfections and slight proofing marks, but a beautifully struck and well-preserved piece for this type. Deep, three-dimensional relief. Beautiful detail. Luster and plenty of mint mirror finish. A beautiful coin from the collection of Kazimierz Zbichorski.
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Metal: silver
Weight: 22.90 g
References: Kopicki 3702 (R3), Plage 116, Kahnt 1267, Davenport 247, Berezowski 15 zł
