1 Groschen - Frederick II ND (1440-1470) front 1 Groschen - Frederick II ND (1440-1470) back
1 Groschen - Frederick II ND (1440-1470) photo
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1 Groschen - Frederick II ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1440-1471)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1440-1470
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄21)
Currency
Thaler (1440-1618)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#110466
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle facing left.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Iron, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1440 to 1470. During his reign, he worked to strengthen the economy and military of Brandenburg, and the coinage issued during his rule reflects this focus on prosperity and security. The 1 Groschen coin, made of silver, was a standard circulation coin during this time and would have been used in everyday transactions.