Landgraviate of Hessen 1 Albus - William II, 1501

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Landgraviate of Hessen Landgraviate of Hessen
Currency Guldengroschen
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Albus
Year 1501
Ruler William II (1493–1509)
Composition Silver
Shape Round
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 1.94
Diameter (mm) 25
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Albus from Landgraviate of Hessen. Issued in 1501. Struck in Silver. Measures 25 mm and weighs 1.94 g.

Obverse
3 small shields of arms, bottom pointing to center in trefoil shape, legends in Gothic letters.
Reverse
Facing figure of St. Elisabeth holding model of church and loaf of bread, shield of 4-fold arms below in front, legend in Gothic letters.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (1501) 

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