© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2 Thalers - John George I Augsburg confession
1630 year| Silver | 58.21 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1630 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 58.21 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Capped bust holding sword with one hand, arms on top, bottom and on the sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOMEN / DOMINI / TURRIS / FORTISSIMA
15 / 30 / 25 JUNY
IOAN / NES
Comment
Johann Georg with sword in one handInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession, a significant event in the history of the Lutheran Church.
