© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1⁄48 Thaler - Frederick August I
| Silver | 0.94 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1698-1733 |
| Value | 1⁄48 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188664 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crossed palm fronds.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
48
EINEN
THAL :
1720 ·
Comment
IGS - DresdenSmall variations in the devices of this coin occurred through the years it was struck (for example, the shape of the palm branches)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1698 to 1733. During his rule, he sought to modernize the Saxon economy and military, and the minting of this coin was likely part of those efforts. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 0.94 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, likely used for large transactions or as a store of value.
