© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
© Historisches Museum Frankfurt
½ Mariengroschen - William V of Jülich-Kleve-Berg
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.19 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | County of Ravensberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William V (1539-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1585-1587 |
| Value | ½ Mariengroschen = 4 Pfennig (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.19 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#158918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna and Child in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + IN. DEO. SPES. MEA.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the German States. The County of Ravensberg was part of the Holy Roman Empire, which was a loose confederation of German states that was constantly struggling for power and influence. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political instability of the time, as the ruling dynasty of Jülich-Kleve-Berg sought to maintain their power and control over the region. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people who lived during that era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1585 | 5880 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1586 | 35476 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1587 | 12740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Mariengroschen - William V of Jülich-Kleve-Berg 1585-1587 coin.
