© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
5 Thalers - Frederick August II
| Gold | 6.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1733-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1755-1758 |
| Value | 5 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.74 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#191915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned round shield of 4-fold arms between 2 palm branches, value 5.TH below, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAC. ROM. IMP. ARCHIM. ET. ELECT.
Comment
War issue struck during the occupation of Poland. Likely minted in Berlin in 1761 and 1762 with inferior gold quality for usage in Poland.Gumowski 2193
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers 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 coin was issued during the reign of Frederick August II, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1755 to 1758. During this period, the Saxon economy was experiencing significant growth and development, with the expansion of trade and commerce, and the rise of a wealthy middle class. The coin's gold content and high denomination reflect the growing prosperity of the region and the increasing importance of trade and commerce during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1758 EC | 2564269 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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