½ Thaler - Christian I 1586-1591 front ½ Thaler - Christian I 1586-1591 back
½ Thaler - Christian I 1586-1591 photo
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½ Thaler - Christian I

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Christian I (1586-1591)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1586-1591
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#184842
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms with central shield of electoral Saxony in ornate frame, titles continued.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Saxony on one side, and the coat of arms of the Holy Roman Empire on the other. This symbolizes the dual authority of the Elector and the Holy Roman Emperor.