1 Thaler - John George IV 1691-1694 front 1 Thaler - John George IV 1691-1694 back
1 Thaler - John George IV 1691-1694 photo
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1 Thaler - John George IV

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1691-1694
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#188197
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms separating initials, date divided at top

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Thaler - John George IV 1691-1694 from Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John George IV, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1691 until his death in 1694. During his reign, the Electorate of Saxony was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 1 Thaler coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable commodity. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians, not only for its monetary value but also for its historical significance and the insight it provides into the economic and political climate of 17th century Europe.