© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
20 Groschen - John George I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1622 |
| Years | 1620-1622 |
| Value | 20 Groschens (⅓) |
| Value | 20 Groschens (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187354 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2 cherubs facing eachother above three arms, date on top.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 20 Groschen - John George I 1620-1622 from Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the coinage of many German states, including Saxony. The Electorate of Saxony, which was a powerful state in the Holy Roman Empire, saw a significant increase in the production of coins during this time, as the government sought to finance its military efforts and respond to the economic demands of the war. The 20 Groschen coin, which was minted in 1620-1622, is a rare example of a coin from this time period and is highly sought after by collectors today.
