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8 Ducats - John George I Augsburg confession
1630 year| Gold (.986) | 26.91 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1630 |
| Value | 8 Ducats (8 Dukaten) (28) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 26.91 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Capped bust holding sword with one hand, arms on top, bottom and on the sides.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession, a significant event in the history of the Lutheran Church.
