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1 Thaler - John George IV Order of the Garter
1693 year| Silver | 25.60 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1693 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 25.60 g |
| Size | 40 mm |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Coats-of-arms of Sachsen, Cleve, Berg, and Jülich in corners. crossed raised swords over crowned laurel wreath. coats-of-arms of Westphalia, Engern, Thüringen, and Meißen in corners; the whole within reeded border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
16 93
DIS = MALE = CERPENDUS QUI MALE´ SENTIT ERIT •
1 • THAL •
I K•
Comment
This klippe commemorates the election of Johann Georg IV into the Order of the Garter, an exclusive society of knights founded around 1348 by Edward III of England. The motto surrounding the monogram on the obverse, HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, can be loosely translated as “Shame on him who thinks ill of it.” The precise details surrounding the origin of the order are not known, but several myths attempt to explain it. All of these legends involve a garter band, which has become a symbol of the society. This garter, inscribed with the order’s motto, is still worn by members during official ceremonies.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Baroque styles in its design, reflecting the cultural and artistic influences of the time. The obverse side of the coin depicts John George IV in elaborate robes and regalia, surrounded by intricate details and ornamentation, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Electorate of Saxony, also adorned with Baroque elements. This fusion of styles gives the coin a distinctive and striking appearance that sets it apart from other coins of the period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1693 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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