© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
2 Thalers - John Frederick I
| Silver |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Frederick I the Magnanimous (Johann Friedrich I) (1547-1554) |
| Emperor | Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1552-1553 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#360944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Karl V and date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAROL V RO IMP SEMP AVGVST 155Z
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Thalers - John Frederick I 1552-1553 from Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Saxony on one side, and the coat of arms of the Ernestinian line on the other. This design represents the unity of the two branches of the House of Wettin, which ruled Saxony at the time.
