2 Thalers – Saxony
Germany
Context
Year: 1617
Country: Germany 
Issuer: Saxony
Period:
Ruler: John George I
Currency:
(1493—1805)
Demonetized: Yes
Material
References
KM: #Click to copy to clipboard104
Numista: #32826
Obverse
Description:
Bust of Johann Georg facing right, holding an electoral sword. Below, a coat of arms featuring Saxony, Jülich, Cleve, and Berg with an electoral shield. Inscription and year encircling.
Inscription:
VERBUM DOMINI MANET IN ÆTERNVM
IOH GEOR
16 17
IOH GEOR
16 17
Script: Latin
Reverse
Description:
Friedrich III, facing right, holding electoral sword. Arms below, inscription and date encircling.
Inscription:
SECVLVM LVTHERANVM
FRID III
15 17
FRID III
15 17
Script: Latin
Edge
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1617 | — | — |
Series: Centenary of the Reformation
✨ Legendary