1 Schildgroschen - Frederick I (Gotha) ND (1425-1428) front 1 Schildgroschen - Frederick I (Gotha) ND (1425-1428) back
1 Schildgroschen - Frederick I (Gotha) ND (1425-1428) photo
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1 Schildgroschen - Frederick I Gotha ND

 
Silver 3.13 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1423-1428)
Prince elector
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1423-1428)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1425-1428
Years
1425-1428
Value
1 Schildgroschen (12)
Value
1 Schildgroschen (12)
Currency
Pfennig (1356-1492)
Composition
Silver
Currency
Pfennig (1356-1492)
Weight
3.13 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Technique
Hammered
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108100
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Lion within shield, 6-petal roses surrounding on sides and top. Legend surrounding.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Interesting fact

The 1 Schildgroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) features an image of Frederick I, also known as Frederick the Warlike, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1425 to 1428. During his reign, he played a significant role in the politics of the Holy Roman Empire and was known for his military campaigns against the Ottoman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Frederick I and the coat of arms of Saxony, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time.