© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
1 Thaler - Frederick August II
| Silver | 29.12 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1753-1754 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.12 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189981 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within palm branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAC ROM IMP ARCHIM ET ELECT (date)
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) featuring Frederick August II, which was minted between 1753 and 1754, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse (front) side features a portrait of Frederick August II, while the reverse (back) side features an image of the Saxon coat of arms, which includes a shield with the symbols of the Holy Roman Empire. This design was used to signify the Electorate of Saxony's connection to the Holy Roman Empire and its status as a powerful and influential state in the region.
