


© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
⅙ Thaler - Frederick August III
Silver (.541) | 5.39 g | - |
Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
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Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
Prince elector | Frederick Augustus III (Friedrich August III) (1763-1806) |
Prince elector | Frederick Augustus III (Friedrich August III) (1763-1806) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1764-1768 |
Years | 1764-1768 |
Value | ⅙ Thaler |
Value | ⅙ Thaler |
Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
Composition | Silver (.541) |
Composition | Silver (.541) |
Weight | 5.39 g |
Weight | 5.39 g |
Shape | Round |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#192091 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Elector's cap above arms in branches, date in exerque.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The Electorate of Saxony, where the coin was minted, was a powerful state in the Holy Roman Empire, and Frederick August III was one of its most influential rulers. During his reign, he oversaw significant political and economic reforms, including the creation of a new currency system, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade. This coin, with its unique design and silver content, is a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation of the time.