© Reinhard Fischer Auktionen
© Reinhard Fischer Auktionen
1 Blanken - Hermann IV Landgraf of Hessen
1482 year| Silver | 2.69 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Herman IV of Hesse (1480-1508) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1482 |
| Value | 1 Albus (Weißpfennig) (0.1) |
| Currency | Goldgulden (1350-1550) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.69 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross-paté within beaded inner circle, double-legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. Hermann IV, the Landgraf of Hessen, was a powerful noble who played a significant role in the political and military conflicts of the time. The coin's minting can be seen as a reflection of the economic and political influences of the Archbishopric of Cologne, which was a major power in the region. Despite the turmoil of the era, the coin's silver content and craftsmanship have allowed it to endure as a valuable piece of history.
