© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Guldengroschen - John Frederick and George
| Silver | 14.42 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John Frederick I the Magnanimous (Johann Friedrich I) (1532-1547) |
| Duke | George the Bearded (1500-1539) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1534-1538 |
| Value | ½ Guldengroschen = ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.42 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#274463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Ornate helmet with tall horns, titles of Georg, date
Script: Latin
Lettering: GEORGIVS DVX SAXONIE FIERI FE A 1537
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 John Frederick and George, who were both prominent figures in the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design features the two rulers on opposite sides, with John Frederick on the obverse and George on the reverse. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted during a time of great change and turmoil, and it serves as a reminder of the complex history of Europe during the 16th century.
