© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1⁄24 Thaler - John George IV
1694 year| Silver | 1.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1694 |
| Year | 1694 |
| 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 | 1.8 g |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#410746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and date in circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
24 ·
EINEN
THAL ·
1694 ·
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 turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Great Turkish War (1683-1699). This conflict had a significant impact on the economy and trade of many European countries, including the Electorate of Saxony, where this coin was minted. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint's engravers and the value placed on currency during this era.
