© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
8 Groschen - John George I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Prince elector | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1591-1656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1623 |
| Years | 1622-1623 |
| Value | 8 Groschens (2⁄15) |
| Value | 8 Groschens (2⁄15) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#187378 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three-arms, date separated by top arm.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 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 significant impact on the coinage of many German states, including Saxony. The 8 Groschen coin was minted in 1622-1623, during the reign of John George I, and its silver content was likely a reflection of the economic instability of the time. The coin's design, featuring the coat of arms of Saxony and the inscription "IOHANNES GEORGIUS DUX SAXONIAE," also reflects the political and cultural influences of the region during this period.
