© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Thalers - Frederick August I
| Silver | 57.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1709-1732 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 57.94 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#264987 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coats of arms of Poland and Saxony on ornate oval cartouches. Crown above. Two palm leaves to the left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAC : ROM : IMP : ARCHIM : ET ELECTOR .
1732
I ∙ G ∙ S ∙
Unabridged legend: Sacri Romani Imperii Archimareschallus et Ellector.
Translation: Elector and hereditary Marshal of the Holy Roman Empire.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mint masters:ILH: Johann Lorenz Holland (1698-1716)
IGS: Johann Georg Schomburg (1716-1734)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Thalers - Frederick August I 1709-1732 from Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Silver weighing 57.94 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. This was a time of great turmoil in Europe, with the Holy Roman Empire having recently dissolved and the German states struggling to maintain their independence and power. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time, with its intricate designs and high-quality silver content.
