1 Pfennig - John George II 1662-1667 front 1 Pfennig - John George II 1662-1667 back
1 Pfennig - John George II 1662-1667 photo
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1 Pfennig - John George II

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1662-1667
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187537
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Imperial orb with symbol (pfennig), mintmaster's initials divided by date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: OBER. SAX. KREISS.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was issued during the reign of John George II, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1662 to 1667. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a deliberate choice, as it was a symbol of wealth and power, and it was also more resistant to wear and tear than other metals. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, and its silver content makes it even more sought after by collectors.