½ Groschen - Henry III and successors ND (1274-1316) front ½ Groschen - Henry III and successors ND (1274-1316) back
½ Groschen - Henry III and successors ND (1274-1316) photo
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½ Groschen - Henry III and successors ND

 
Silver 1.79 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Glogau (Silesia)
Duke
Henry III (Henryk III) (1273-1309)
Regent
Matilda of Brunswick-Luneburg (Matylda Brunszwicka-Lüneburga) (1309-1312)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1274-1316
Value
1 Kwartnik = ½ groschen
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.79 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#416670
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Deer left.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Groschen coin from the Duchy of Glogau (Silesia) is that it was minted during the reign of Henry III and his successors, which spanned from 1274 to 1316. This means that the coin is over 700 years old, making it a truly historic and valuable piece for collectors and historians.