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1 Guldenthaler - George Frederick I
1577 year| Silver | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Brandenburg-Franconia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George Frederick I (Georg Friedrich I) (1543-1603) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1577 |
| Value | 1 Guldenthaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#133035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 60 in orb on breast, titles of Rudolf II.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Guldenthaler coin from Brandenburg-Franconia, minted in 1577 during the reign of George Frederick I, was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a ruler on both sides. The obverse side features George Frederick I in profile, while the reverse side features a full-length image of him standing on a pedestal, holding a scepter and a globe. This unique design was a departure from the traditional coin designs of the time, which typically featured religious symbols or abstract designs.
