1 Thaler - John William 1567-1572 front 1 Thaler - John William 1567-1572 back
1 Thaler - John William 1567-1572 photo
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1 Thaler - John William

 
Silver 28.48 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States)
Duke
John William (Johann Wilhelm) (1554-1572)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1567-1572
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1485-1573)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.48 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#361131
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3 helmets above 9-fold arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LANDG THVRIN ET MARCH MIS

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the Saxon coat of arms and the motto "Pro Libertate et Justitia" (For Liberty and Justice).