Holy Roman Empire - House of Habsburg Talers
Leopold I (1657-1705) "The Hogmouth" Capture of Budapest Medal
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
AUSTRIA - MEDALS |
| Item Description: |
SILVER 1686-DATED JULIUS-282 CAPTURE OF BUDAPEST |
| Full Grade: |
NGC MS 62 |
| Owner: |
Taler Universe |
Owner Comments:
1686. Hungary. Kremnitz Mint. Leopold I (1657-1705) "The Hogmouth" Show Taler (1.5 Taler) commermorating the liberation of Buda from the Turks. Mintmaster: Christian Herman Roth von Rothenfels. 51-52mm. Montenuovo 1017, Huszár-Procopius 151, Voglhuber 240, Horsky 2125, Héri 243. H.T.É.: 481, Gohl: 36, HP: 151, Julius: 282, Welzl: 7267.
Obv: Emperor Leopold on a triumphal chariot decorated with Turkish flags, captured Turks behind him, cloud band above, eye of God behind, putto right holding bridle and coat of arms, signature below/ Rev: Flying eagle with sword over the skyline of Buda, in section below. Chronogram (1688). Rare historical medal, especially in such mint state condition. NGC MS-62.