© Ilustrowany Skorowidz Pieniêdzy Polskich i z Polska Zwiazanych
© Ilustrowany Skorowidz Pieniêdzy Polskich i z Polska Zwiazanych
⅙ Thaler / Ćwierćgulden - August II Mocny Lipsk
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| King | Augustus II the Strong (1697-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1698-1699 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler (⅙ Talara) (4⁄3) |
| Currency | First Zloty (1573-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#171430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler / Ćwierćgulden coin from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth is that it was minted during the reign of August II Mocny (also known as Augustus II the Strong), who was a powerful king and elector of Saxony and later became the King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania. He was known for his military conquests and his love of art and architecture, and his reign saw the construction of many beautiful buildings and landmarks throughout Poland and Lithuania.
