© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Pfennig - John George I
| Silver | 0.35 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1654 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.35 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#98012 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Imperial orb within frame, seperating the date to the sides.
Comment
KM# 130.2 with mintmark Swan© Image courtesy Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Heidrun Höhn
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig 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 Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and many German states, including Saxony, were struggling to rebuild their economies and maintain political stability. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Saxony during this period remained consistent and reliable, with the 1 Pfennig coin being a widely used denomination for everyday transactions.
