1 Groschen - Louis II ND (1458-1471) front 1 Groschen - Louis II ND (1458-1471) back
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1 Groschen - Louis II ND

 
Silver 1.85 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hessen (German States)
Landgrave
Louis II (Ludwig II) (1458-1471)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1458-1471
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄16)
Currency
Guldengroschen
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.85 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#228852
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross with lilly ends in quatrefoil, shielded arms of Ziegenhain above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: C / R / V

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Landgraviate of Hessen is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "L" (for Louis) above the crown on the obverse side. This shield was added to the coin's design during Louis II's reign and was meant to symbolize his leadership and authority.