1 Groschen 1502 front 1 Groschen 1502 back
1 Groschen 1502 photo
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1 Groschen

1502 year
Silver (.515) 1.79 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Brunswick (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1502
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver (.515)
Weight
1.79 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#113794
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of St. Christopher and Child.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SAnCTE - CRISTOF'.

Lettering (regular font): SANCTE - CRISTOF'.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen 1502 coin from the City of Brunswick (German States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the city, which is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was used to signify the coin's origins and to show the city's pride in its history and heritage.