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1 Batzen - George
| Silver | 3.80 g | - |
| Issuer | Brandenburg-Franconia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George (Georg) (1515-1543) Albert II Alcibiades (Albrecht II Alcibiades) (1527-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1531-1536 |
| Value | 1 Batzen = 4 Kreuzer (1⁄15) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.80 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Brandenburg eagle in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA * NOVA * SWOBACH.
Interesting fact
The 1 Batzen coin from Brandenburg-Franconia, minted during the reign of George (1531-1536), was part of a series of coins that were introduced to replace the older, debased groschen coins that had been in circulation for centuries. This coin was made of silver and weighed 3.80 grams, making it a significant improvement over the older coins, which were often made of base metals and had little intrinsic value. The introduction of these new coins helped to stabilize the currency and promote economic growth in the region.
