1 Gulden - John George II 1669-1670 front 1 Gulden - John George II 1669-1670 back
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1 Gulden - John George II

 
Silver - 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1669-1670
Value
1 Gulden (⅔)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187892
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Elector's hat above three arms, date separated to sides. Denomination at bottom in legend in brackets.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA.ARGEN(60)TEA.MISNICA.

Comment

Minted for circulation in the Margravate of Meissen

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Gulden - John George II 1669-1670 from Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John George II, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1669 to 1670. This was a period of significant economic growth and cultural development in Europe, and the coin reflects the increasing importance of trade and commerce during this time. The use of silver in the coin's minting also highlights the value placed on this precious metal during this period.