© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
1 Fürstengroschen
| Silver | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hamelin (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1559 |
| Value | 1 Fürstengroschen = 12 Pfennig (1⁄21) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#137569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 1Z in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CARL. V. (-) R. IMPE.
Interesting fact
The 1 Fürstengroschen coin from the City of Hamelin (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, who was trying to standardize coinage across the empire. The Fürstengroschen was a new denomination introduced by Charles V to replace the older Groschen coin, and it was minted in several cities across the empire, including Hamelin. The fact that it was made of silver indicates that it was a valuable coin at the time, and its design and minting process were carefully regulated by the authorities to ensure its authenticity and value.
