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Introduction of Guldengroschen in Saxony
- When
- 1500
- Where
- Annaberg, Saxony
The Annaberg mint began producing guldengroschen in 1500, introducing the coin to the Duchy of Saxony.
In 1500, the mint at Annaberg started minting guldiners, a large silver coin previously originating from Tirol. This action introduced the guldengroschen into the Saxon monetary system, with central European economies welcoming these new coins.
Sources
- Guldengroschen Wikipedia, revision of 2025-09-01
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