2 Thalers - John George I

€1.00
IssuerSaxony (Albertinian Line), Electorate of
Year1652-1653
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Thalers
CurrencyThaler (1493-1805)
CompositionSilver
Weight58.09 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#443, Dav ST#7613, Schnee#888, Cl/Kahnt#150, Slg. Merse#1100
Obverse description1/2 figure of Johann Georg I. with electoral sword and electoral hat aside, inscription around
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIOHANN GEORG·D:G·DVX SAXON:IVLIÆ:CL. ET MONT:
(Translation: Johann Georg duke of Saxony, Juelich, Cleve and Berg by Gods grace)
Reverse descriptionCoat of arms with 22 fields and with 8 helmets above Mint masters initials divided by coat of arms, inscription around
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringSAROM·IMP·ARC HIM·ET ELECT 16 52 C R
EdgePlain
MintCR
Dresden, Germany
Mintage1652 CR - mint mark: acorn -
1653 CR - -
Catalog ID6689951120
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