Lot 4007
Brandenburg-Franconia. Goldgulden, ND. Fr-304. 3.31 grams. 22.96. Mintmark, dog (Schwabach). Albrecht Achilles, 1464-1486. Obv. Radiant haloed St. John with lamb in left hand. ALBT: MARCH - BRAND: ELTO. Reverse: Floriated cross with four shields in the angles and a fifth in the center. Leg: +MONETA:NOVA:AVR:SWOBACH. NGC graded AU-50.
The margraviat of Brandenburg Franken was a creation from the Hohenzollern line. Upon the death of elector Friedrich I, three sons inherited, but only one, Albrecht Achilles, issued gold coins. A very nice medieval striking.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,000.
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