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1 Groschen - Albert IV of Brandenburg Breitgroschen
| Silver | 2.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Albert of Brandenburg (Albrecht von Brandenburg) (1513-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1520-1530 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.66 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing full-length figure of St. Moritz holding pennant and shield with half-eagle of Brandenburg, legend partially or fully in Gothic letters.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SAN(C)T: MA - V - RICIV(S): D(V)(X).
Lettering (regular font): SAN(C)T: MA - V - RICIV(S): D(V)(X).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen - Albert IV of Brandenburg (Breitgroschen) 1520-1530 coin is that it features a unique combination of religious and secular symbols. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Albert IV, the Archbishop of Magdeburg, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg, which includes a cross and a shield with the symbols of the four evangelists. This blending of religious and secular imagery reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the early 16th century.
