© 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 III and John
| Silver | 27.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick III the Wise (Friedrich III) (1486-1525) |
| Duke | John I the Steadfast (1486-1525) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1522-1523 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.36 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#317754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hatted bust left in circle, margins as obv. but titles of Johann I and date in outer legend
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double portrait of Frederick III and John, who were co-rulers of the Electorate of Saxony at the time. This double portrait design was a departure from the traditional single-ruler design seen on most coins and was a nod to the joint rule of the two leaders.
