© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
⅛ Thaler - John George I Vicariat
1619 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 | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1619 |
| Year | 1619 |
| Value | ⅛ Thaler |
| Value | ⅛ 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#187175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
12-line inscription
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Electorate of Saxony, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This shield was not present on earlier issues of the coin, and its inclusion on the 1619 issue was likely a deliberate choice made by the mint to signify the coin's connection to the Electorate of Saxony. This small detail provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and symbolism of the coin, and highlights the attention to detail and craftsmanship that went into its creation.
