© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Albert IV of Brandenburg
1544 year| Silver | 28.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Albert of Brandenburg (Albrecht von Brandenburg) (1513-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1544 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.72 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#356798 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length figure of St. Stephen divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S. STEFEN. PROTO. MART.
15 44
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Archbishopric of Magdeburg is that it features an image of Albert IV of Brandenburg, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1538 to 1544. This coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history, providing a glimpse into the political and economic landscape of 16th-century Germany.
