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© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
1 Thaler - Frederick August II
| Silver | 29.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1759-1762 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.24 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#191900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned complex arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAC: ROM: IMP: ARCHIM: ELECTOR ET VICARIUS: date
Comment
Slg. Vogelsang 841.Mintmaster FWôF - Friedrich Wilhelm ô Feral
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features an image of Frederick August II, who was the ruler of Saxony during a time of great cultural and economic growth in the region. The coin's design includes a detailed portrait of the king on one side, and an image of the Saxon coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a period of significant change in Europe, as the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved and the German states began to form their own independent governments. The 1 Thaler coin was an important part of the currency system in Saxony during this time, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
