⅔ Thaler - Frederick August II 1734-1762 front ⅔ Thaler - Frederick August II 1734-1762 back
⅔ Thaler - Frederick August II 1734-1762 photo
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⅔ Thaler - Frederick August II

 
Silver 19.20 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1734-1762
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Weight
19.20 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#189202
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crown above 2 shields, value at lower center.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick August II, who was also known as Frederick Augustus II, and was the Elector of Saxony from 1734 to 1762. He was a member of the House of Wettin and was known for his military campaigns and his support of the arts. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 19.20 grams, making it a substantial piece of currency for its time.