1 Thaler - August I 1553-1571 front 1 Thaler - August I 1553-1571 back
1 Thaler - August I 1553-1571 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

1 Thaler - August I

 
Silver 28.54 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
​​​​​​​Augustus I (August I) (1553-1586)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1553-1571
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.54 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#184435
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

12-fold arms with central shield of electoral Saxony divides date, 3 helmets above, titles continued.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of August I, also known as Augustus I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1553 to 1571. He was a member of the House of Wettin and played a significant role in the politics of the Holy Roman Empire during his time. The coin's design includes an inscription of his name and title, "AUGUSTUS ELECTOR SAXONIAE," highlighting his importance and status.