© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
½ Thaler - Frederick August I
| Silver | - | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1697 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Electoral hat above ornate shield of 4-fold arms with central shield of Electoral Saxony arms, date in margin at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAC. ROMANI. IMP. ARCHIMARS. ET. ELECT. X.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features an image of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1694 to 1733. He was a member of the House of Wettin and was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the Saxon state. The coin was minted during his reign, between 1695 and 1697, and was made of silver.
