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1 Thaler - John George I
| Silver | 29 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1638 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Spanish shield of manifold arms (18 shields within), with central shield of electoral Saxony, 6 ornate helmets above divide date to upper left and right.
Mint mark divided by the shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SA. ROM. IMP. ARCHIM. ET ELECT.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Depending on the year and the mint master the visor of the helmet helmet looking to the right or to the front.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features an image of John George I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1620 to 1638. He was a member of the House of Wettin and was known for his support of the Protestant Church and his efforts to strengthen the economy of Saxony. The coin's design was likely created by a skilled engraver of the time and was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Electorate of Saxony.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1625 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1628 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1629 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1632 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Thaler - John George I 1620-1638 coin.
