½ Groten - John V 1502 front ½ Groten - John V 1502 back
½ Groten - John V 1502 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

½ Groten - John V

1502 year
Silver 0.65 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Oldenburg (German States)
Count
John V (1500-1526)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1502
Value
½ Groten (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1773)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#338650
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Short cross in circle, end of top arm of cross with spike, legend ending with Roman Numerals date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ ANNODOMI' ★ MCCCCCII

Interesting fact

The ½ Groten coin from the County of Oldenburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.65 g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of John V, who was the Count of Oldenburg from 1500 to 1526. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during this time period in the region, and its small weight of 0.65 grams makes it a unique and valuable collector's item.