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2 Thalers / 3½ Guldens - Joseph
| Silver (.900) | 37.11 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Altenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Joseph (1834-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1847 |
| Value | 3½ Guldens = 2 Reichsthalers = ⅐ Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Thaler (1841-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 37.11 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Draped and crowned coat of arms, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* 2 THALER VII EINE F.MARK 3½ GULDEN *
VEREINS 1847 MÜNZE
Edge
Lettering: * GOTT SEGNE SACHSEN *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The Duchy of Saxe-Altenburg was one of the many German states that were unified under the German Empire in 1871, and this coin was minted during the reign of Joseph, the Duke of Saxe-Altenburg, who ruled from 1841 to 1847. The coin's design and mintage reflect the economic and political changes that were taking place in Germany during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1841 G | 9400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1842 G | 4700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1843 G | 4700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1847 F | 9400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Thalers / 3½ Guldens - Joseph 1841-1847 coin.
