1 Fürstengroschen - Balthasar, Landgraf of Thüringen (Sangerhausen) ND (1396-1401) front 1 Fürstengroschen - Balthasar, Landgraf of Thüringen (Sangerhausen) ND (1396-1401) back
1 Fürstengroschen - Balthasar, Landgraf of Thüringen (Sangerhausen) ND (1396-1401) photo
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1 Fürstengroschen - Balthasar, Landgraf of Thüringen Sangerhausen ND

 
Silver 3.11 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Thuringia (German States)
Landgrave
Balthasar (1349-1406)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1396-1401
Value
1 Groschen
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.11 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#110877
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Inner circle containing a rampant lion turned left, Gothic letter b to the lower left.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Wettin, to which Landgraf Balthasar belonged. This shield is placed above the main image of the coin, which depicts the Landgraf himself. This subtle detail highlights the importance of heraldry and family lineage in the medieval period, and adds an extra layer of historical significance to the coin.