© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
¼ Mark - Anthony Günther ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Oldenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Anthony Günther (Anton Günther) (1603-1667) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1614-1622 |
| Value | ¼ Mark = 8 Grote (⅛) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1773) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#339420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value inscription of six lines in center
Script: Latin
Lettering:
E DELMENH DOMINVS IN IEVA ET R
1/4
OLDENB
MARCK.ZU
8. GROT. OD
IEV. 6
STV
Translation:
...and Delmenhorst, Lord in Jever and Kniphausen
1/4 Oldenburg mark to 8 grote or 6 Jever stuivers
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Mark coin from County of Oldenburg (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The County of Oldenburg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coinage of the time reflected the political and economic influences of the region. The ¼ Mark coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency.
