1⁄24 Thaler - Frederick August I
| Silver | 1.77 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1694-1699 |
| Years | 1694-1699 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.77 g |
| Weight | 1.77 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Value and date in circle, lettering surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.24.
EINEN.
THAL.
.1695.
SAC·ROM·IMP·ARCHIM·& ELECT·
Unabridged legend:
24 Einen Thaler
Sacri Romani Imperii Archimareschallus et Elector
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Electorate of Saxony. The reign of Frederick August I saw the introduction of new coinage systems and the establishment of a central bank, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade. This coin, with its unique design and silver content, is a tangible reminder of that era and its significance in shaping the history of the region.
