1 Thaler - Moritz 1548-1553 front 1 Thaler - Moritz 1548-1553 back
1 Thaler - Moritz 1548-1553 photo
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1 Thaler - Moritz

 
Silver 28.95 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Maurice (Moritz) (1547-1553)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1548-1553
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.95 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#179248
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Coat of arms, date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHIMARSCHAL: ET: ELEC: ANB

Translation: High Marshal and Elector; of Annaberg

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Electorate of Saxony, which was added to the obverse side of the coin. This shield was not present on earlier thaler coins, and its inclusion on this particular coin was a deliberate choice made by the mint master, Hans Schwarz, to signify the coin's connection to the Electorate of Saxony. This small detail provides a fascinating insight into the history and craftsmanship of coin minting during the 16th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1553  - - - - - -

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