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1 Fürstengroschen
1570 year| Silver | 2.42 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1570 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 12 Pfennig (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#216129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 1Z in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAX(I). Z. D. G. RO. IM. S. AV.
Interesting fact
The 1 Fürstengroschen 1570 coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued by the City of Magdeburg, which was an important trading center and a member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful mercantile and cultural organization that dominated trade in the region. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a crowned eagle and a shield with the city's motto, "Sapientia et Justitia" (Wisdom and Justice). Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the local economy and was used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a highly sought-after collector's item and a fascinating piece of history.
