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1/2 Talara / 16 Groszy - August II Mocny Drezno mint
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
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| Year | 1697-1733 |
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| Value | 1/2 Thaler (Półtalar) (4) |
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| Obverse description | Central field dominated by the interlaced royal cypher AR (Augustus Rex) rendered in elaborate calligraphic script, surmounted by a royal crown adorned with a beaded band and fleur-de-lis-style points. The monogram is flanked by symmetrical foliate scrollwork at the lower corners. Below the cypher, separated by a horizontal line, appears the denomination inscription '16 Gr.' in the exergue. The design is contained within a plain raised border. |
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| Obverse lettering | AR / 16 Gr. |
| Reverse description | Central field depicts a large stylized butterfly displayed with wings spread horizontally, rendered in high relief with detailed surface ornamentation including multiple circular boss motifs arranged across both upper and lower wing panels. The elongated abdomen is prominently textured and tapers to a point, with fine antennae projecting upward from the head. The composition fills the field within a plain raised rim, with no surrounding legend. |
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