1 Thaler - August II 1624 front 1 Thaler - August II 1624 back
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1 Thaler - August II

1624 year
Silver 29.00 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg (German States)
Duke
Augustus (1619-1656)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1624
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.00 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#129674
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

8-line inscription with date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: .A.G.S.I.A.G. // FERDINANDUS. // II.D:G:ROMA:IMP: // SEMP:AUGU:16Z4. // EIN:REIS:DALER. // NACH:REICHS. // SCHROT.UND. // KORN.

Engraver: Barthold Bartels

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 29.00g is that it was minted during the reign of August II, also known as August the Strong, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland from 1694 to 1733. August II was known for his military campaigns and his love of art and architecture, and his reign saw the construction of many notable buildings and landmarks throughout Saxony. The coin itself is a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.