Saxon thaler is a historical currency that was mainly used in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries. It was a silver coin that originated in Germany and later spread to other parts of Europe. Saxon thalers were widely used in trade and served as a standard currency for many countries. Some popular synonyms for saxon thaler include Joachimsthaler, which was a silver coin from the Joachimsthal mines in Bohemia and was widely used in Europe, as well as reichsthaler, crown thaler, and dollar. Today, saxon thalers are highly sought after by collectors and are an important part of numismatic history.