© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
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 | 1613-1614 |
| Years | 1613-1614 |
| 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#186623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornamented 4-fold arms, 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 was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1613-1614, a period marked by the Thirty Years' War, which had a profound impact on the German states and the Holy Roman Empire. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that reflect the cultural and artistic traditions of the region.
