CVC & Collecatbles presents this historic 1499 German 4 Groschen is a late-medieval silver coin cataloged as LEV-I-405. Struck at the very end of the 15th century, this substantial silver denomination displays detailed heraldic imagery characteristic of German coinage of the period. NGC has authenticated the coin as XF Details – Cleaned, with a certified weight of 3.03 grams.
Coin Highlights:
- Country: Germany
- Year: 1499
- Denomination: 4 Groschen
- Reference: LEV-I-405
- Composition: Silver
- Weight: 3.03 grams
- Period: Late Medieval
- Grade: NGC XF Details
- NGC Designation: Cleaned
- Obverse: Heraldic design surrounded by a medieval Latin legend.
- Reverse: Central design enclosed by an ornamental border and surrounding legend.
- Certification: Authenticated and encapsulated by NGC.
Design & Devices
The coin features the strongly heraldic character associated with late-medieval German silver issues. One side displays a central coat-of-arms-style device beneath a crown, surrounded by a Latin inscription. The opposite side carries another central device framed by an ornate inner border and additional Gothic-style lettering around the perimeter.
Despite its age, significant portions of the legends, borders, and central devices remain visible.
Historical Significance
Struck in 1499, this coin dates to the closing years of the Middle Ages, immediately before the dramatic political, religious, and economic transformations of 16th-century Europe. German territories at the time formed part of the Holy Roman Empire, where numerous regional authorities issued their own coinage.
Silver Groschen denominations became increasingly important in Central European commerce as monetary systems evolved toward larger silver coins capable of supporting expanding regional trade.
Condition
NGC has authenticated this example and assigned XF Details, indicating detail consistent with an Extremely Fine coin. The holder identifies the coin as Cleaned, which prevents assignment of a standard numerical grade. NGC records the coin’s weight at 3.03 grams.
Collectibility
Dated medieval European coins offer collectors a tangible connection to a period from which surviving precisely dated pieces are increasingly sought after. Its 1499 date, silver composition, LEV-I-405 attribution, 4 Groschen denomination, and NGC certification make this an appealing addition to a specialized collection of German or medieval European coinage. Find more alike here!
