1 Ducat - John George I 1625-1655 front 1 Ducat - John George I 1625-1655 back
1 Ducat - John George I 1625-1655 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

1 Ducat - John George I

 
Gold (.986) 3.48 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1625-1655
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.48 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187470
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-fold arms seperating mintmasters initials, date separated at top in legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in Saxony, particularly in the city of Dresden, which was the capital of the Electorate. The coin features an image of John George I, who was a patron of the arts and a supporter of the Protestant Church. The coin's design reflects the cultural and artistic achievements of the time, with intricate details and ornate decorations that showcase the skill of the coin's engravers and mint masters.