© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
1 Groschen - John George I Death
1656 year| 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) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1656 |
| Year | 1656 |
| 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#187505 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
8-line inscription with Roman numeral dates.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin commemorating John George I's death is that it was minted in a time of great turmoil in the Electorate of Saxony. John George I died in 1656, and his death led to a succession crisis, as he had no male heirs. This led to a period of political instability in the region, which lasted for several years. Despite this, the coin was still minted and circulated, showing the resilience and determination of the people of Saxony during difficult times.
