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½ Ducat - John George III
| Gold (.986) | 1.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George III (Hans Georg III) (1681-1691) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1683-1691 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1.75) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188180 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in palm branches, date at top.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John George III, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1683 to 1691. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was facing economic challenges, and the value of gold coins like the ½ Ducat was fluctuating. Despite these challenges, the ½ Ducat remained a popular coin among merchants and traders, and it continued to be used as a standard unit of exchange in the German States.
