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© Sincona AG
1 Schildgroschen - Frederick II Freiberg ND
| Silver | 2.83 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1428-1464) |
| Prince elector | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1428-1464) |
| Margrave | Frederick IV the Peaceful (1406-1440) |
| Margrave | Frederick IV the Peaceful (1406-1440) |
| Prince | Sigismund (1428-1437) |
| Prince | Sigismund (1428-1437) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1428-1436 |
| Years | 1428-1436 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (12) |
| Value | 1 Groschen (12) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1356-1492) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1356-1492) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#109743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with lion turned left, cross above.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Schildgroschen coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Gentle, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1428 to 1436. He was a member of the House of Wettin and was known for his diplomatic skills, which helped to maintain peace in the region during his rule.
