© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
½ Thaler - August I
| Silver | 14.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | Augustus I (August I) (1553-1586) |
| Prince elector | Augustus I (August I) (1553-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1553-1555 |
| Years | 1553-1555 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.25 g |
| Weight | 14.25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#184431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms with central shield of electoral Saxony, titles continued
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmark star - FreibergMintmaster - Andreas Alnpeck
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during the reign of August I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1553 to 1555. This coin was made of silver and weighed 14.25 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. Additionally, the coin features an intricate design, including an image of August I on one side and the Saxon coat of arms on the other. The coin's design and materials reflect the wealth and power of the Electorate of Saxony during this period.
