1 Dreier - Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg 1580-1591 front 1 Dreier - Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg 1580-1591 back
1 Dreier - Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg 1580-1591 photo
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1 Dreier - Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States)
Administrator
Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg (1566-1598)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1580-1591
Value
3 Pfennig = 1 Dreier (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#224475
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornately shaped shield with imperial orb divides date.

Interesting fact

The 1 Dreier coin from the Archbishopric of Magdeburg, which features Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg, is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of the archbishop, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg. This design was used for a short period of time, making the coin a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.