Saxony (German State)
Saxony. Johann Friedrich (1503-1554). Silver Cast Medal, 1535. By Hans Reinhart the Elder. 62 mm. 63.1g. Three-quarter length figure of the Elector facing right, wearing a fur cape and a high collar inscribed with the abbreviated German motto: "There is no Defense against an Honorable Man", holding sword over his shoulder and electoral bonnet; IOANNS.FRIDERICVS.ELECTOR.DVX SAXONIE.FIERI.FECIT.ETATIS SVAE.32. Rev. Tri-helmeted, elaborate Ducal Arms; Latin legend: "My Hope is in God in the Year of Our Savior 1535" (Habich 1935, Domanig 154, Kress 605, Scher 126). Choice Extremely Fine. Value $1,000 - UP