© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - George and Albert II
| Silver (.930) | 29 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Brandenburg-Franconia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George (Georg) (1515-1543) Albert II Alcibiades (Albrecht II Alcibiades) (1527-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1538-1545 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.930) |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#133001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Floriated cross, small shield of arms in each angle, Brandenburg arms in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +SI. DEVS. PRO NOBIS. QVIS. CONTRA. NOS.
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type is a "Guldengroschen" based on the characteristics of coins issued in Saxony (.930 denomination and a theoretical weight of 29 grs).It was minted in both names during the regency of his uncle "Georges", known as the pious, and even after his death on December 27, 1543, for two more vintages (1544-1545).
Variants of portraits and legends exist for this type.
Ex:
+D: G: GEOR& °ALBERT° MARCHION: BRAN°&°S
Collection : LoskarZ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double portrait of both George and Albert II, who were co-rulers of Brandenburg-Franconia during that time. This coin is a rare example of a coin with a double portrait and is highly sought after by collectors.
