© ataltos
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1⁄12 Thaler - John George II
| Silver | - | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Eisenach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1686-1698) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1693 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Thaler = 2 Groschen |
| Currency | Thaler (1596-1809) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with date and denomination, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NACH DEM LEIPZIGER FUSS
12
EINEN
REICHS
THALER
1693
I.C.F.
Translation:
By the Leipzig Foot
12 per 1 Reichs Thaler
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1⁄12 Thaler coin from Duchy of Saxe-Eisenach is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Wettin, to which John George II belonged. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, surrounded by the inscription "IOHANN GEORG II DUX SAXONIAE" (John George II, Duke of Saxony). This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.
