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1½ Thaler - John George II Confession
1663 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1663 |
| Value | 1½ Thaler (1.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#381741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saxonian and elctoral coats of arms under Thuringian helmet dividing date, inscription around, 20 coats of arms around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SACRI • ROM • IMP • ARCHIMARS • ET • ELECT •
16 63
C R
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1½ Thaler coin featuring John George II (Confession) from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of religious tension in Germany. The coin's obverse features an image of John George II holding a Bible and a scepter, symbolizing his commitment to the Lutheran faith, while the reverse features the Saxon coat of arms and the inscription "CONFESSIO AUGUSTANA" (Augsburg Confession), which was a key document in the Lutheran tradition. This coin was minted in 1663, just a few years after the end of the Thirty Years' War, which had devastated much of Germany and led to a significant shift in the religious landscape of the region. The coin serves as a reminder of the important role that religion played in the political and cultural life of Germany during this time period.
