½ Thaler - John George II 1665-1679 front ½ Thaler - John George II 1665-1679 back
½ Thaler - John George II 1665-1679 photo
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½ Thaler - John George II

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1665-1679
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187853
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms with central shield.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ 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 House of Wettin, the ruling dynasty of Saxony at the time. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, surrounded by the inscription "IOHANNES GEORGIUS II D G R S A Elector" (John George II, by the grace of God, Elector). This design element serves as a symbol of the coin's origins and adds to its historical and cultural significance.