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2 Thalers - John George II Death
| Silver | - | 57 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1657-1658 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 57 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Text.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D.G.
.IOHAN·GEORG.II.
DUX·SAX·I·C·&·MONT.
S·R·IMP.ARCHIM·ELLECT.
ATQ·POST·EXCESS·DIV·IMP.
FERDIN·III·AUG.VICARI2
LANDG·THUR·MAR·MIS:
NIÆ·SUP.&·INF·LUSATIÆ
BURGG·MAGD.COM·DE·
MARC·&·RAVENSB·
DOM·INRAVEN:
STEIN · ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of John George II, the Elector of Saxony, who ruled from 1611 until his death in 1657. The coin features an image of John George II on the obverse, and a depiction of his tomb on the reverse. The coin was minted in silver, and its design was meant to symbolize the Elector's importance and legacy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1657 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Thalers - John George II (Death) 1657-1658 coin.
