© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Guldengroschen - George
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George (Georg) (1500-1539) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1530-1533 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#184402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ducal Saxony arms, 4 small shields of arms around, all in circle, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NACH. DEM. ALTEN. SCHROT. VND. KORN.
Comment
Slg. Engelhardt 99Trefoil - Minted in Annaberg
6-pointed star - Minted in Annaberg
Double lilly - Minted in Freiberg
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Guldengroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of George, who was the Duke of Saxony from 1530 to 1533. During this period, the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum, and the Catholic Church was facing challenges to its authority. Additionally, the Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and the German states were struggling for independence and power. Despite these challenges, the 1 Guldengroschen coin remained a stable and widely accepted form of currency, reflecting the economic and cultural significance of the Electorate of Saxony during this time.
