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© AUREA Numismatika
1 Groschen
| Silver | 1.32 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | City of Marsberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1616-1617 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#306986 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with denomination, date separated above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAT.I.D.G.R.IM.S.AV.16 .17
24
Edge
Plain
Comment
1616Stadelmaier 82 ff, Noss 246
·MO·NO·CI·MONT·MART·
MATI·DG·RO·IM·S·A 16· - ·16
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from Marsberg was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just ended, and many German states were struggling to rebuild their economies. The City of Marsberg, in particular, was an important trading center and minting coins was a way for the city to promote trade and commerce. The 1 Groschen coin was a widely used denomination during this time and was often used for everyday transactions. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is now a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the City of Marsberg.