© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Groschen - Joachim I Nestor Berlin
1500 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Joachim I Nestor (1499-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1500 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄21) |
| Currency | Thaler (1440-1618) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#110470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with in corners shielded arms.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOnETA. nOVA. ARGEnTA.AnnO.1500.
Lettering (regular font): MONETA. NOVA. ARGENTA.ANNO.1500.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it was minted during the reign of Joachim I Nestor, who was the Elector of Brandenburg from 1499 to 1535. During his reign, Joachim I Nestor introduced a new coinage system, which included the 1 Groschen coin, to replace the old system that had been in place since the 14th century. The 1 Groschen coin was made of silver and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the German States.
