© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1645-1647 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#158117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with denomination, separating the date. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from Hildesheim was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and many German states, including Hildesheim, were struggling to rebuild their economies. The coin was minted using silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Despite the challenges faced by the city, the 1 Groschen coin from Hildesheim remains a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item to this day.
