© 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 - Frederick III
| Silver | 55.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Frederick III the Wise (Friedrich III) (1486-1525) |
| Emperor | Maximilian I (1508-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1512-1514 (1486-1525) |
| Value | 2 Guldengroschen |
| Currency | Thaler (1485-1573) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 55.94 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#295951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Austrian eagle with arms on breast, titles of Maximilian I
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAXIMILIANVS ° X ° ROMANORVM ° X ° REX ° X ° SEMPER ° X ° AVGVSTVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was issued by Frederick III, who was the Elector of Saxony and a powerful leader in the region. The coin's design features an image of Frederick III on one side and the Saxon coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the close connection between the ruler and his territory. The use of silver in the coin's minting was also significant, as it reflected the growing importance of trade and commerce in the region during this time period. Overall, this coin provides a unique window into the economic, political, and social changes that were taking place in the early 16th century Holy Roman Empire.
