© Bill Bartsch
© Bill Bartsch
1 Schwertgroschen - Ernest and Albert Leipzig ND
| Silver | 2.18 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Ernest (Ernst) (1464-1486) |
| Duke | Albert III (Albrecht III) (1464-1500) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1482-1485 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (12) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1356-1492) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.18 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lion turned left with shielded arms at lower left. Legend surrounding with flower on top.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Schwertgroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of a shield with a diagonal line through it, which represents the "Schwert" (sword) that gives the coin its name. This design was used to symbolize the power and authority of the ruling dynasty, the House of Wettin, and was a distinctive feature of coins minted during the reign of Ernest and Albert.
