© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - John George III Death
1691 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George III (Hans Georg III) (1681-1691) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
15-line inscription.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of John George III, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1680 until his death in 1691. The coin features an image of John George III on the obverse, and a depiction of his tomb on the reverse. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the Albertinian Line of the German States, and its silver content makes it a popular collector's item among numismatists.
