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1 Horngroschen - Ernest, William III, and Albert Leipzig
1467 year| Silver | 2.54 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | Ernest (Ernst) (1464-1486) |
| Prince elector | Ernest (Ernst) (1464-1486) |
| Duke | Albert III (Albrecht III) (1464-1500) |
| Duke | Albert III (Albrecht III) (1464-1500) |
| Prince | William III (1445-1482) |
| Prince | William III (1445-1482) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1467 |
| Year | 1467 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (12) |
| Value | 1 Groschen (12) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1356-1492) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1356-1492) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108458 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Diagonal coat-of-arms surmounted by helmet.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +•W•D•G•DUCS•SAX•TVR•L•MARCH•MIS
Lettering (regular font): +•W•D•G•DUCS•SAX•TVR•L•MARCH•MIS
Comment
Frey 120Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Horngroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features three different rulers: Ernest, William III, and Albert. This is unusual because most coins typically feature only one ruler. The fact that this coin has three rulers suggests that it was issued during a time of political complexity or transition, where multiple leaders were sharing power or vying for control. This historical context adds depth and interest to the coin, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.
