1 Thaler - John George II 1692-1693 front 1 Thaler - John George II 1692-1693 back
1 Thaler - John George II 1692-1693 photo
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1 Thaler - John George II

 
Silver 29.3 g -
Description
Issuer
Anhalt-Dessau (German States)
Prince
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1660-1693)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1692-1693
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.3 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#424186
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms divide date and mint official's initials surrounded by legend above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MON.NOVA.ARGENT.ANHALT.
16 92
I.E.G.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Anhalt-Dessau is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify that it had been tested for its silver content, which was a common practice during that time period. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of the same era and adds to its historical significance.