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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Zinsgroschen - Frederick III, John, and George Freiberg ND
| Silver | 2.34 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick III the Wise (Friedrich III) (1486-1525) |
| Duke | John I the Steadfast (1486-1525) George the Bearded (1500-1539) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1500-1507 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.34 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crested coat-of-arms; rosette stops.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: GROSSVS nOVVS DVCVII SAXOn
Lettering (regular font): GROSSVS NOVVS DVCVII SAXON
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features three different rulers: Frederick III, John, and George. This is a unique feature among coins, as it was not common for coins to have multiple rulers depicted on them. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a time of political unity among the Ernestinian Line of the German States.
