© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
½ Guldengroschen - George
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George the Bearded (1500-1539) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1530-1533 |
| Value | ½ Guldengroschen |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#183964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2 adjacent shields of ducal Saxony and Meissen, ornate Saxon helmet above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NACH. DEM. ALTEN. SCHROT. VND. KORN.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Guldengroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of George, who was the Duke of Saxony from 1530 to 1533. During this time, the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum, and the Catholic Church was facing challenges to its authority. Additionally, the Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and the German states were struggling for power and independence. Despite these challenges, the ½ Guldengroschen coin remained a stable and widely accepted form of currency, reflecting the economic and cultural significance of the Electorate of Saxony during this period.
