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⅛ Thaler - Frederick August I Vicariat
1711 year| Silver | 3.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1711 |
| Year | 1711 |
| Value | ⅛ Thaler |
| Value | ⅛ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.36 g |
| Weight | 3.36 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189128 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2 tables holding crown, scepter and mantle, 2-line inscription above, 4-line inscription with Roman numeral date below, initials and symbol at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRID: AUG: / REX ELECTOR / VICARIUS / POST MORT: IOSEPHI / IMPERAT: / MDCCXI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Great Northern War (1700-1721) which involved many European powers, including Saxony. Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and artisans of the time.
