© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Frederick August II Freiberg University
1841 year| Silver (.900) | 37.12 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1836-1854) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1841 |
| Value | 3½ Gulden = 2 Reichsthaler = ⅐ Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Thaler (1839-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 37.12 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Text inside a crown of oak branches, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
K. S. BERGAKADEMIE ZU FREIBERG
DEM
FLEISSE
1841
Translation:
Kingdom of Saxony, Freiberg University
The
Assiduity
Edge
Lettering: GOTT * SEGNE * DEN * BERGBAU
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the Kingdom of Saxony. The coin was issued in 1841, just a few years after the Saxon government had introduced a new currency system, the "Thaler" currency, which replaced the previously used "Gulden" currency. This change was made to address issues of inflation and to bring the Saxon currency in line with the standards of other German states. The coin also features an image of Frederick August II, the reigning king of Saxony at the time, who was known for his efforts to modernize the country's infrastructure and economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1841 G | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Frederick August II (Freiberg University) 1841 coin.
