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© Heritage Auctions
⅔ Thaler - John George IV
| Silver | 15.46 g | 34.49 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1693 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.46 g |
| Diameter | 34.49 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
4 crowned arms forming a cross, cutting throught the denomination and the cross are two crossing swords. The date is separated on the top by the saxony arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAC. / ROM.IMP. / ARCHIM. / &.EL.
.16 / 92.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, known as the Great Turkish War. The Electorate of Saxony, where the coin was minted, was involved in the conflict and the coin may have been used to help finance the war efforts. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and engravers who created it.
