© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen - John George II Death
1659 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1659 |
| Year | 1659 |
| 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 |
| Technique | Milled |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with Roman numeral dates.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmark acorn - DresdenInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin commemorating John George II's death in 1659 is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Electorate of Saxony. The coin was issued by John George II's son and successor, John George III, who was only 13 years old at the time of his father's death. This meant that the coin was likely minted under the guidance of a regent or advisors, rather than by the young king himself. Despite this, the coin still bears the name and image of John George II, highlighting the significance of his reign and the impact of his death on the region.
