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6 Ducats - John George III
| Gold (.986) | 21 g |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George III (Hans Georg III) (1681-1691) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1684-1690 |
| Value | 6 Ducats (6 Dukaten) (21) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 21 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290429 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted 8-fold arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAC ROM IMP AR CHIM ET ELECT
16 90
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Ducats 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 John George III, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1684 to 1690. During his reign, the Electorate of Saxony was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 6 Ducats coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its value was backed by the wealth and power of the Saxon state. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of European currency.
