1 Thaler - John Frederick and Moritz 1542 front 1 Thaler - John Frederick and Moritz 1542 back
1 Thaler - John Frederick and Moritz 1542 photo
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1 Thaler - John Frederick and Moritz

1542 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John Frederick I the Magnanimous (Johann Friedrich I) (1532-1547)
Duke
Maurice (1541-1547)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1542
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1485-1573)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#430432
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

1/2-length armored figure left, titles of Moritz and date divided in legend by 4 small shields of arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAVRITZ DVX SAX Z FI IV 15 4Z AMEB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the double portrait of John Frederick and Moritz, while the reverse side features the Saxon coat of arms surrounded by intricate floral patterns. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.