© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
½ Groschen - Ernest II
| Billon (.229 silver) | 1.06 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest II (Ernst II) (1844-1893) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1851-1858 |
| Value | ½ Groschen = 1⁄60 Reichsthaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1841-1870) |
| Composition | Billon (.229 silver) |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Name and date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHEIDE-MUNZE
½
GROSCHEN
1858
60 EINEN THALER
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groschen coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Germany. The coin was minted between 1851 and 1858, a period when the German states were undergoing rapid industrialization and urbanization, and when the political landscape was shifting towards greater unity and independence from foreign powers. Despite these changes, the coin remained a symbol of stability and continuity, with its design and value remaining consistent throughout its circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 F | 32400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 F | 129600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 F | 60038 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Groschen - Ernest II 1851-1858 coin.
