© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - John George II Wechseltaler
| Silver | - | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1670-1671 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: WECHSEL.THALER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - John George II (Wechseltaler) 1670-1671 from Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Electorate of Saxony on the reverse side. This shield was added to the coin's design to signify the coin's origin and authenticity, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
