1 Groschen (Annengroschen) 1533-1541 front 1 Groschen (Annengroschen) 1533-1541 back
1 Groschen (Annengroschen) 1533-1541 photo
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1 Groschen Annengroschen

 
Silver 3.4 g 27.5 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Brunswick (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1533-1541
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.4 g
Diameter
27.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#145043
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of St. Ann with Child.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ANNA. MAT(E)R. VIRGIS. MARI.

Translation: Anne, mother of the Virgin Mary

Comment

Weight range of coins in good condition 3.1 - 3.7 g.

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen (Annengroschen) coin from the City of Brunswick (German States) made of Silver weighing 3.4 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted between 1533 and 1541, a period when the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum, and the Empire was facing political and religious upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin, indicating the resilience and stability of the Brunswick region's economy during this time.