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1 Thaler - John George II Shooting Festival
1678 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 | 1678 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Size | 41 mm |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Text within a plant crown, coat of arms in each corner.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate a shooting festival, which was a popular event in the Electorate of Saxony during the 17th century. The coin's design features an image of John George II, the Elector of Saxony, holding a hunting rifle and surrounded by symbols of the shooting festival, such as targets and hunting horns. This coin is a unique example of how numismatics can provide insight into the cultural and recreational activities of past societies.
