1 Thaler - Moritz 1547-1548 front 1 Thaler - Moritz 1547-1548 back
1 Thaler - Moritz 1547-1548 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

1 Thaler - Moritz

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Maurice (Moritz) (1547-1553)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1547-1548
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#184423
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

10-fold arms with central shield of electoral Saxony, 3 helmets above, titles continued.

Script: Latin

Comment

Mintmark acorn - Annaberg

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Moritz, the Elector of Saxony, while the reverse features the Saxon coat of arms with the motto "Pro Libertate et Justitia" (For Liberty and Justice) surrounding it. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, and its design reflects the importance of religious freedom and justice during that period.