© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Guldengroschen - Albert IV of Brandenburg
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Albert of Brandenburg (Albrecht von Brandenburg) (1513-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1537-1542 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#222165 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
4-fold arms in ornately shaped shield, 3 small central shields of arms, 2 above 1, cross and cardinal's hat above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALBERT. CARD(I). ARCH(IE). MAGD:.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Guldengroschen coin from the Archbishopric of Magdeburg is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of Albert IV of Brandenburg, the ruling margrave at the time, while on the other side, it features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg, which includes a cross and other religious symbols. This blending of secular and religious imagery reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the 16th century.
