© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
¼ Thaler - John George I Death
1656 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1656 |
| Year | 1656 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
8-line inscription with Roman numeral date.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of John George I, the Elector of Saxony, in 1656. The coin features an image of John George I on the obverse side, and an image of his coat of arms on the reverse side. The use of silver in the coin's production adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
