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

1622 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
30 Groschen (½)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#193909
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Date above 2 winged cherubs and 3 arms, mintmark at top in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SA.ROMANI.IMPER-ARCHIMARS.ET.EL.

Comment

Mintmark hunting horn between deer antlers - Leipzig

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 profound impact on the region and led to significant changes in the way coins were minted and used. The 30 Groschen coin, made of silver, was an important part of the currency system during this time and was used widely throughout the German States. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people who used it.