1 Groschen 1582 front 1 Groschen 1582 back
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1 Groschen

1582 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg (German States)
Count
Albert George (Albrecht Georg) (1538-1587) Wolf Ernest (Wolf Ernst) (1572-1606) John (Johann) (1575-1612) Henry XXII (1575-1615)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1582
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#179913
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with 24 divides date, titles of 4 counts continued

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen 1582 coin from the County of Stolberg (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was issued during a time when the region was experiencing significant economic and political changes. The County of Stolberg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the issuance of this coin reflects the growing importance of trade and commerce in the region during the 16th century. The use of silver in the coin's production also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during this time period.