© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Guldengroschen - Albert IV of Brandenburg
1528 year| Silver | 58.12 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Albert of Brandenburg (Albrecht von Brandenburg) (1513-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1528 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 58.12 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#356791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms with 3 small central shields of arms, 2 above 1, cross and cardinal's hat above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALBER(T). CARDI(NAL). ARCHIE. MAGD(B).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Guldengroschen coin from the Archbishopric of Magdeburg is that it features a unique blend of religious and secular imagery. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Albert IV of Brandenburg, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg, which includes a cross and a pair of keys, symbolizing the spiritual and temporal powers of the archbishop. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex relationship between the church and state in the German States during the early modern period.
