30 Groschen - John George I 1622-1623 front 30 Groschen - John George I 1622-1623 back
30 Groschen - John George I 1622-1623 photo
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30 Groschen - John George I

 
Silver 11.03 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1622-1623
Value
30 Groschen (½)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.03 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187358
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

3 small arms, 1 above 2, angels at left and right of upper shield, date above.

Script: Latin

Comment

Mintmark swan with spread wings - Dresden

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 30 Groschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) 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 coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to maintain their value during this time of economic upheaval.