1 Groschen 1572 front 1 Groschen 1572 back
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1 Groschen

1572 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg (German States)
Count
Louis (1538-1574) Henry XXI (1538-1572) Albert George (Albrecht Georg) (1538-1587) Christopher I (Christoph I) (1538-1581) Wolf Ernest (Wolf Ernst) (1572-1606)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1572
Value
1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309169
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornate helmet, titles continued

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg (German States) made of Silver in 1572 is interesting because it was issued during a time when the region was experiencing significant economic growth and political stability, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. As a result, the demand for a standardized medium of exchange, such as the Groschen, grew, and the coin became an important part of everyday transactions. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, further solidified its value and reliability as a form of currency.