© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
10 Groschen - John George I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1623 |
| Years | 1622-1623 |
| Value | 10 Groschens (⅙) |
| Value | 10 Groschens (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three-arms, date separated by the top arm, denomination at bottom in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SA. ROMANI.IMP - ARCHIM.ET ELEC
Comment
Mintmark Swan - DresdenInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Groschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the region and led to a period of economic instability. Despite this, the coinage of the Electorate of Saxony continued to be minted, with the 10 Groschen coin being one of the most widely used denominations. The fact that it was made of silver also speaks to the value and importance of this precious metal during this time period.
