A rare silver 2/3 taler struck in 1747 in Dresden to commemorate the marriage of Louis, Dauphin of France (Ludovici Delphini), and Maria Josepha – Polish and Saxon princess, daughter of Augustus III, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony. Obverse: Latin inscription commemorating the wedding ceremony: LUDOVICI DELPHINI ET MARIÆ IOSEPHÆ REG: POL: PRINC: CONNUBIUM DRESDÆ MDCCXLVII. Reverse: Flaming altar with the coats of arms of both spouses; legend AMOR MUTUUS ("Mutual Love"). This coin is an excellent example of 18th-century medallic art and an important historical testimony to the marital alliance between two major European dynasties — the Bourbons and the Wettins. Silver. Denomination: 2/3 taler. Beautiful patina, sharp details, and highly attractive appearance. Kopicki 11546 (R3) Rarity