© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
⅔ Thaler - Frederick August I Death
1727 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1727 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cypress tree at center, mountains of hearts to sides.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. The coin features an image of Frederick August I on the obverse side, and an image of his tomb on the reverse side. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a circulating commemorative coin from the German States, and it provides a unique insight into the history and culture of the region during the early 18th century.
