© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Albus - Philip
| Silver | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hessen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Philip I (1509-1567) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1510-1511 |
| Value | 1 Albus (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Guldengroschen |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#213629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with lily ends, 4 small shields of arms of 4 Rhineland electors in angles, date at end of legend, which is in Gothic letters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + MONET': NOVA : RENENSIS:
Interesting fact
The 1 Albus coin from the Landgraviate of Hessen, which was minted during the reign of Philip 1510-1511, features an unusual design element - a stylized depiction of a lion's head on the reverse side. This design was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Landgraviate, and it was a departure from the more traditional designs found on coins of the time. The use of a lion's head on the coin was likely inspired by the coat of arms of the House of Hesse, which featured a lion as its central element.
