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1 Thaler - John George III Death
1691 year| Silver | - | 45 mm |
| 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 |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Text in the center, legend around it.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of John George III, the Elector of Saxony, in 1691. The coin features an image of the Elector on the obverse side, and a depiction of his tomb on the reverse side. The coin was minted in silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and its design was meant to symbolize the Elector's importance and legacy.
