© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2 Groschens - John George IV Death
1694 year| Silver |
| 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 | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1694 |
| Year | 1694 |
| Value | 2 Groschens (1⁄12) |
| Value | 2 Groschens (1⁄12) |
| 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#188472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pyramid with crowned shields of arms on 2 sides.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of John George IV, who was the Elector of Saxony from the Albertinian Line, in 1694. The coin's design features an image of John George IV on the obverse, and an image of the Saxon coat of arms on the reverse. The use of silver in the coin's minting adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
