½ Thaler – 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 clipboard101
Numista: #187117
Value
Bullion value: $52.53
Obverse
Description:
Right-facing half-figure in robe and electoral hat, holding a sword over the shoulder. Shield with quartered arms and central Saxon shield divides "IOH - GEOR" and the date.
Inscription:
VERBVM DOMINI MANET IN ÆTERNVM.
Script: Latin
Reverse
Description:
Half-length figure facing right in robe and electoral hat, holding sword over shoulder, dividing "FRID" and "III." Shield with arms of electoral and ducal Saxony in front divides "15" and "17."
Inscription:
SECVLVM LVTHERANVM.
Script: Latin
Edge
Mintings
| Year | Mint Mark | Mintage | Quality | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1617 | — | — |
Series: Centenary of the Reformation
✨ Legendary