© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen "Helmgroschen" - Frederick IV ND
| Silver | 3.15 g |
| Issuer | Margravate of Meissen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick IV the Warlike (1381-1428) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1404-1411 |
| Value | 1 Groschen |
| Currency | Groschen |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#170661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crested helmet.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen "Helmgroschen" coin is that it features a unique design element - a helmet on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This helmet is said to represent the armor worn by knights during the Middle Ages and symbolizes the power and strength of the Margravate of Meissen.
