© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
⅓ Thaler - Xavier
| Silver (.833) | 7.0160 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Regent | Francis Xavier (1763-1768) |
| Regent | Francis Xavier (1763-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1767 |
| Years | 1764-1767 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 7.0160 g |
| Weight | 7.0160 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms, value below, legend with date around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ELECTORATVS SAXONIÆ ADMINISTRATOR·1766
XL: EINE MARCK E: E.D. 1/3 C.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Elector Frederick Christian of Saxony, who was a member of the Albertinian Line of the House of Wettin. This line was known for its strong support of the arts and sciences, and the coin's design reflects this, featuring a detailed image of the Elector's coat of arms on one side and the value of the coin on the other. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant choice, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was highly prized for its beauty and durability.
