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1 Thaler - John Ernest VIII Saalfelder Ausbeute
1720 year| Silver | 29 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Ernest IV (1675-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1720 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1763) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#183202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two arms from clouds hold radiant wreath above city view of Saalfeld, Roman numeral date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A · SOLE · ET · SALE
MDCCXX
Comment
Sold by Heritage Auctions, Auction #3048, 11 August 2016, lot #29073. 6,462.50 USD inc. buyer's premium, in MS64 NGC slab.Minted from silver ore discovered at the Saalfeld mines.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features an image of John Ernest VIII, the ruling duke at the time, on one side, and an image of the Saalfelder Ausbeute, a local mine, on the other side. This coin was minted in 1720 and made of silver, weighing 29 grams. It's a unique piece of history that showcases the importance of mining in the region during that time period.
