1 Groschen 1576 front 1 Groschen 1576 back
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1 Groschen

1576 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg (German States)
Count
Albert George (Albrecht Georg) (1538-1587) Christopher I (Christoph I) (1538-1581) Wolf Ernest (Wolf Ernst) (1572-1606) John (Johann) (1575-1612) Henry XXII (1575-1615)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1576
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#179910
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with 24 divides date, titles continued

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time when the region was experiencing significant political and economic changes. The County of Stolberg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the minting of this coin reflects the growing influence of the Renaissance and the rise of modern nation-states in Europe during the 16th century. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's production indicates the importance of this precious metal in trade and commerce during this time period.