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2 Vereinsthaler - John
| Silver (.900) | 37.037 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | John I (1854-1873) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1857-1859 |
| Value | 3½ Gulden = 2 Vereinsthaler = 1⁄15 Metric Pound |
| Currency | Thaler (1839-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 37.037 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#38546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Draped and crowned coat of arms, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZWEI VEREINSTHALER XV EIN PFUND FEIN
1859
Edge
Inscription in hollow
Lettering: GOTT SEGNE SACHSEN
Comment
For 1858 F a variant with die error exists.The inscription on the reverse is ZWEI VEREINSTHAELR.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Germany. The Kingdom of Saxony, which was a member of the German Confederation, was in the process of transitioning from a feudal society to a more modern, industrialized state. This coin, which features the image of King John, was minted during a period of political and economic reform, and its production was overseen by the Saxon government. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the Saxon mint.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1857 F | 351000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 F | 454000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 F | 323000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Vereinsthaler - John 1857-1859 coin.
