1 Albus - William II (Petersgroschen) ND (1493-1509) front 1 Albus - William II (Petersgroschen) ND (1493-1509) back
1 Albus - William II (Petersgroschen) ND (1493-1509) photo
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1 Albus - William II Petersgroschen ND

 
Silver (.500) 2 g 25.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hessen (German States)
Landgrave
William II (1493-1509)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1493-1509
Value
1 Albus (1⁄32)
Currency
Guldengroschen
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
2 g
Diameter
25.4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#196620
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Petrus holding cross-staff and key over shielded 4-fold arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MO' NOVA CASSE'

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Albus - William II (Petersgroschen) ND (1493-1509) coin from the Landgraviate of Hessen (German States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "W" in the center, which represents the initial of the ruler, William II. This shield is placed above the coat of arms of the Landgraviate of Hessen, adding an extra layer of detail and significance to the coin's design.