2 Guldengroschen - Frederick III ND (1508-1519) front 2 Guldengroschen - Frederick III ND (1508-1519) back
2 Guldengroschen - Frederick III ND (1508-1519) photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

2 Guldengroschen - Frederick III ND

 
Silver 64.52 g 49.1 mm
Description
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
1508-1519
Value
2 Guldengroschen
Currency
Thaler (1485-1573)
Composition
Silver
Weight
64.52 g
Diameter
49.1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#295186
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Austrian eagle with arms on breast, titles of Maximilian I.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAXIMILIANVS ROMANORVM REX SEMPER AVGVST

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Guldengroschen coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) is that it features an image of Frederick III, also known as Frederick the Wise, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1486 until his death in 1525. He was a significant figure during the Renaissance and was known for his diplomatic and political skills, as well as his support for the arts and humanism. The coin's design, which includes Frederick's portrait and other symbols, reflects the cultural and political context of the time and provides a glimpse into the history of the region.