1 Groschen - Albert VII 1528-1529 front 1 Groschen - Albert VII 1528-1529 back
1 Groschen - Albert VII 1528-1529 photo
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag

1 Groschen - Albert VII

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Mecklenburg (German States)
Duke
Albert VII (Albrecht VII) (1503-1547)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1528-1529
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1348-1700)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168731
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross with lily ends, 4 small shields of arms in angles, legend begins with mintmaster's symbol.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MON - NOVA - GVST - ROEN.

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the Principality of Mecklenburg, minted during the reign of Albert VII (1528-1529), was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the usual copper or bronze used for circulation coins at the time. This decision to use silver was likely due to the desire to create a more valuable and prestigious coin, reflecting the wealth and power of the Principality of Mecklenburg.