© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - August
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Augustus I (August I) (1553-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1559 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#184444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
12-fold arms with central shield of electoral Saxony divide date, 3 helmets above, titles continued.
Script: Latin
Comment
The first Thaler coin minted in Dresden.Interesting fact
The obverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of the House of Wettin, which was the ruling dynasty of Saxony at the time. The coat of arms is surrounded by the inscription "ALBERTUS DUX SAXONIAE" (Albert, Duke of Saxony), indicating that the coin was issued during the reign of Albert, Duke of Saxony, who ruled from 1556 to 1559.
