1 Guldengroschen - Albert VII 1538 front 1 Guldengroschen - Albert VII 1538 back
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1 Guldengroschen - Albert VII

1538 year
Silver 25.55 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Mecklenburg (German States)
Duke
Albert VII (Albrecht VII) (1503-1547)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1538
Value
1 Guldengroschen
Currency
Thaler (1348-1700)
Composition
Silver
Weight
25.55 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#359069
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with floral ends in circle, shield of Schwerin arms superimposed on center, 4 shields of arms in angles of cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONET(A). NOVA. CIVITATIS. GVSTROWENSI(S).

Interesting fact

The 1 Guldengroschen coin from the Principality of Mecklenburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 25.55g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Duke Albert VII, who ruled Mecklenburg from 1523 to 1547. He was known for his efforts to modernize the state's economy and administration, and the minting of this coin was likely a part of those efforts.