Germany, Saxony. Jan Jerzy I Wettin, 1615-1656. 1 Thaler (taler) 1630, Dresda Silver

Jan Jerzy I Wettin (1615-1656), Thaler 1630, Dresden mint


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SA ROM IMP ARCHIM ET ELECT

Weight 29.09 g - 44 mm

John George I replaced his brother Krystian II in 1611, receiving the title of Augustus. Initially, he was allied with Emperor Ferdinand II, who was met with disapproval by the Protestant side. Social dissatisfaction with the prince's policy and lack of material benefits from the war in Bohemia meant that in 1631 John George I Wettin switched to the Protestant side and supported Gustav II Adolf .