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1 Groschen - Amand of Buseck
| Silver | 1.35 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Amand of Buseck (Amand von Buseck) (1737-1756) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1750-1751 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
1/2 length facing figure of St. Boniface with sword and crook, legend surrounding
Script: Latin
Lettering: S·BONIFACI:GERMA:APOSTOL·
Translation: Sanctus Bonifacius, Germaniae Apostolus = St. Boniface, apostle of Germany
Engraver: Johann Nikolaus Dittmar
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the Abbey of Fulda, minted between 1750 and 1751, features an image of Amand of Buseck, a prominent abbot and statesman who played a significant role in the history of the region.
