© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
⅓ Thaler - John George IV
| Silver | 7.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1693 |
| Years | 1692-1693 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Weight | 7.6 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188465 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination at center, crossed sword above seperating 4 arms.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was issued by John George IV, who was the Elector of Saxony and a member of the Albertinian Line, a powerful dynasty that ruled Saxony for over 400 years. The coin's silver content and relatively low denomination made it a widely used and accessible form of currency for everyday transactions. Additionally, the coin's design features a depiction of the Elector's coat of arms, which includes a shield with the symbols of the Holy Roman Empire, highlighting the close connection between the Saxon dynasty and the Empire.
