© 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 - Frederick III ND
1512 year| Silver | 28.58 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick III the Wise (Friedrich III) (1486-1525) |
| Emperor | Maximilian I (1508-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1512 |
| Value | 1 Guldengroschen = 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.58 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#274459 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Austrian eagle with arms on breast, titles of Maximilian I, date
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAXIMILIANVS * X * ROMANORVM * X * AVGVSTVS * X *
Interesting fact
The 1 Guldengroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) was minted during the reign of Frederick III, also known as Frederick the Wise, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1486 until his death in 1525. Frederick III was a prominent figure during the Renaissance and was known for his support of the arts, education, and religion. He was also a skilled politician and strategist, who helped to strengthen the position of the Electorate of Saxony within the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design features an image of Frederick III on one side and the Saxon coat of arms on the other, symbolizing his role as the ruler of the Electorate of Saxony.
