60 Groschen - John George I 1622 front 60 Groschen - John George I 1622 back
60 Groschen - John George I 1622 photo
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60 Groschen - John George I

1622 year
Silver 22.77 g -
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
60 Groschens (1)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Weight
22.77 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#187384
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Date over two cherub's and 3 arms, K mintmark in legend.

Script: Latin

Comment

Slg. Kernbach 2962 Slg. Behr 6084

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 60 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 had just ended in 1648, and many German states, including Saxony, were struggling to rebuild and reassert their power. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate designs and inscriptions that reflect the cultural and artistic traditions of the time.