© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
½ Thaler - John George I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1626 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms with central shield of crossed swords in ornamented frame.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmark Swan - DresdenInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the coinage of many German states, including Saxony. As a result, coins like the ½ Thaler were produced in larger quantities to meet the growing demand for currency during this period. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a deliberate choice, as it was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time, and was seen as a symbol of the coin's value and authenticity.
