© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Thaler - Frederick August I Klippe; Shooting
1708 year| Silver | 20.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1708 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 20.54 g |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#184001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Shooting range in center with band around.
Lettering: ZU ERGETZUNG DER VERSAMLETEN STAENDE. 13. FEBR: 1708: *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Frederick August I, also known as Frederick Augustus I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1707 until his death in 1733. He was a member of the House of Wettin and was known for his military campaigns, including his participation in the Great Northern War. The coin's design, which includes an image of Frederick August I holding a shooting weapon, reflects his reputation as a skilled military leader.
