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1 Thaler - John George I
| Silver | - | 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 | 1611-1616 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Bust of August facing right
Mint mark (swan) and inscription beginning left (inner circle)
18 coats of arms around (outer circle)
Script: Latin
Lettering: E·AVGVST·F·E·D·S·I·C·E·M·
Translation:
ET AVGVSTVS FRATRES ET DVCES SAXONIÆ IVLIACI CLIVIÆ ET MONTIVM
and August, brothers and Dukes of Saxony, Jülich, Cleve and Berg
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Thaler - John George I 1611-1616 from Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Silver is that it was used as a means of payment for the people of Saxony during a time of economic growth and cultural flourishing. The coin's design features the image of John George I, the Elector of Saxony, and the coat of arms of the Albertinian Line, symbolizing the unity and strength of the Saxon people. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signifies the value and wealth of the region during this period.
