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© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Schreckenberger - John George I
| 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 | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1621 |
| Years | 1620-1621 |
| Value | 1 Schreckenberger (⅐) |
| Value | 1 Schreckenberger (⅐) |
| 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#187350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2 angels behind upper arms, date above.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Schreckenberger coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) features an image of John George I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1611 to 1656. During his reign, he played a significant role in the Thirty Years' War, which was a devastating conflict that lasted from 1618 to 1648 and involved many European countries. Despite the challenges he faced during this time, John George I was known for his administrative reforms and his support for the arts and sciences.
