© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Frederick August II
1755 year| Silver | 29.04 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1755 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.04 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#274489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in palm branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAC • ROM • IMP • ARCHIM • ET ELECT • 1755
EDC
Comment
Different bust varieties Künker Auction 292 Lot 6777Künker Auction 266 Lot 1532
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 from 1733 to 1763. He was known for his efforts to modernize the country and promote the arts, and his portrait on the coin reflects his importance in the history of the region.
