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2 Thalers - Frederick August I Death
1733 year| Silver | 40.77 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1733 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 40.77 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Monument to Friedrich August I.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MEMORIÆ ÆTERNÆ - OPTIMI PARENTIS
NAT XII MAY MDCLXX // OB I FEBR MDCCXXXIII // 2 TH COUR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Frederick August I, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. The coin features an image of Frederick August I on the obverse side, and an image of his tomb on the reverse side. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its silver content makes it a popular choice among numismatists.
