© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Groschen - John George I and August
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) Augustus (August) (1591-1615) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) Augustus (August) (1591-1615) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1610-1612 |
| Years | 1610-1612 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#186361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 small shields of arms, 1 above 2, titles of August.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side. The coin bears the portrait of John George I, the Elector of Saxony, along with the portrait of his wife, Augusta, who was the daughter of Emperor Ferdinand II. This double portrait design was a departure from the traditional single-portrait design commonly used on coins during that time, and it signified the importance of the royal couple's partnership and unity.
