3 Thalers - John George II (Klippe) 1676 front 3 Thalers - John George II (Klippe) 1676 back
3 Thalers - John George II (Klippe) 1676 photo
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3 Thalers - John George II Klippe

1676 year
Silver 88.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1657-1680)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1676
Value
3 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Weight
88.95 g
Shape
Square
Technique
Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#292420
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Inititials of Magdalena Sibylla (MSC) with electoral hat above framed by palm and bay lorel branches

Lettering:
MSC
D O

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 3 Thalers - John George II (Klippe) 1676 coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) features an interesting design element - the portrait of John George II is depicted in a unique "klippe" style, which refers to the way the hair is depicted, with each strand individually detailed and curled. This distinctive feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of the time and adds to its numismatic appeal.