Saxony 1618 1/2 thaler

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CNG Triton XXVIII, lot 6359

This specimen was lot 6359 in CNG Triton XXVIII (New York, January 2025), where it sold for $520.62. The catalog description[1] noted, "GERMANY, Sachsen (Duchy & Electorate [Albertine line]). Johann Georg I. Elector, 1611-1656. AR Halbtaler. Dresden mint; mm: swan. Dated 1618. Armored half-length bust right, holding sword over shoulder and ornately crested helmet / Coat-of-arms. Toned. In NGC encapsulation 2700056-011, graded AU 58. Top Pop." This half thaler was struck 1617-24. It is not rare but is less often seen than the thaler (Dav-7591).

Recorded mintage: unknown.

Specification: silver, this specimen 37 mm diameter, 10 h axis.

Catalog reference: Clauss & Kahnt 178; KM 102.

Source:

  • Cuhaj, George S., and Thomas Michael, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1601-1700, 6th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2014.
  • [1]Gasvoda, Michael, Victor England, Eric McFadden, Dave Michaels, Bill Dalzell and Lance Hickman, Triton XXVIII, Lancaster, PA: Classical Numismatic Group, LLC, 2024.

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