1 Groschen - Ernest and Louis Christian
1673 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Wernigerode (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest (Ernst) (1672-1710) Louis Christian (1672-1710) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1673 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#166589 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
9-fold arms, titles continued.
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg-Wernigerode (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted in 1673, a period when many European countries were transitioning from a feudal system to a more modern economy. The coin's silver content and its minting in a smaller territory like the County of Stolberg-Wernigerode, rather than a larger state or empire, reflect the decentralized nature of power and economy at that time. Additionally, the coin's design, featuring Ernest and Louis Christian, rulers of the county, highlights the importance of local leadership during this period.
