© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
⅓ Thaler - John George II
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1670 |
| Years | 1668-1670 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Value | ⅓ 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#187872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned 4-fold arms with central shield of electoral Saxony divide initials, 1/3 in oval below, date at top in legend.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅓ 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 coin was issued during the reign of John George II, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1668 to 1670. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade, and the coin was likely used extensively in commercial transactions throughout the region. Additionally, the coin's silver content and standardized design made it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency, which helped to facilitate trade and commerce in the region.
