Austria
Franz Joseph I silver "Shooting Festival" Medal 1880 MS66 PCGS, KM-XM6, Wurzbach-9360, Hauser-5101. By Scharff. UEB AUG UND HAND FUER'S VATERLAND; Austria enthroned on right with sword and open hand extended, female standing as attendant holding banner and shield with Austrian arms / I - OESTERREICHISCHES BUNDESSCHIESSEN; Crown above crowned double-headed eagle with wings spread, clutching sword and scepter, surrounded by 15 coat of arms. An enchanting specimen of this popular medallic type, sometimes called a 2 Florin, struck to commemorate the First Federal Shooting Festival. The sole finest example certified by PCGS, and superbly toned, with hues ranging from an airy golden yellow to a somber, oceanic blue.
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Estimate: 1500-2000 USD