Landgraviate of Hessen 1 Groschen - William I, 1492

Pilgergroschen

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Landgraviate of Hessen Landgraviate of Hessen
Currency Guldengroschen
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Groschen
Year 1492
Ruler William I (1471–1493)
Composition Silver
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 2.46
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Groschen from Landgraviate of Hessen. Issued in 1492. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 2.46 g.

Obverse
Helmeted arms.
Reverse
St. Elisabeth standing, holding a model of Marburg church and in the right hand a jug, shielded arms of Hungary to left and of Hesse to the right.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (1492) 

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