© 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 ND
| Silver | 14.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John I the Steadfast (1525-1532) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1528-1533 |
| Value | ½ Guldengroschen |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.21 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#388473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four-field coat of arms with central shield. (Coat of arms of the Duchy of Saxony, coat of arms of the Margraviate of Meißen, coat of arms of the Palatine County of Saxony, coat of arms of the Landgraviate of Thuringia)
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA NOVA Û D VCIS Û SA XONIAE x
Comment
Vogel 5976
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, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1528 to 1533. This was a period of religious conflict between Protestants and Catholics, and the coin may have been used as a symbol of political and religious allegiance. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight suggest that it may have been used as a means of exchange and commerce during this time.
