Landgraviate of Hessen ½ Albus - William II, 1493 – 1509
halber Petersgroschen
Information
Country
Landgraviate of Hessen
Landgraviate of Hessen
Currency
Guldengroschen
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Albus
Year
1493 – 1509
Ruler
William II
(1493–1509)
Composition
Billon (.375 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.25
Diameter (mm)
21.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Albus from Landgraviate of Hessen. Issued from 1493 to 1509. Struck in Billon (.375 silver). Measures 21.5 mm and weighs 1.25 g.
- Obverse
- Three shielded arms in the shape of a trefoil (Hesse, Ziegenhain and Nidda).
- Reverse
- St. Petrus holding cross-staff and key over shielded 4-fold arms.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1493-1509) | — | Mintmark Cross - Schütz 361 | ||
| ND (1493-1509) | — | Mintmark Star - Schütz 362 |
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