© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Groschen
| Silver | 1.41 g | 19.6 mm |
| Issuer | City of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1572-1577 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 19.6 mm |
| Thickness | 0.65 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#216296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z4 divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAXIM(IL)(I). II. D. G. RO. I(M)(P). S(E). A(V)(G).
Edge
Plain
Comment
15741575 (two circles around the orb)
Schrötter 1196 var.
· MO·NO·CI·MAGDEBVR·
·MAXIM·II·D·G·RO·I·S·A·mintmark
1575 (one circle around the orb)
Schrötter 1196 var.
· MO·NO·CI·MAGDEBVR·
·MAXIM·II·D·G·RO·I·S·A·mintmark
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from Magdeburg was minted during a time of great economic and cultural growth in the city. In the 16th century, Magdeburg was a major trading center and a member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful mercantile and cultural organization that spanned across Northern Europe. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and a crowned eagle, reflects the city's prosperity and influence during this time.
