© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2½ Thaler - Frederick August II
1753 year| Gold (.900) | 3.35 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1753 |
| Value | 2½ Thalers (5⁄2) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.35 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#313385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAC ROM IMP ARCHIM ET ELECT 1753
G
Z 1/Z TH
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1753, just a few years before the Seven Years' War, which had a profound impact on the economy and political landscape of Europe. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and detailed design making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
