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1 Groschen - Ernest II
| Billon (.229 silver) | 2.13 g | 17.85 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest II (Ernst II) (1844-1893) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1847-1858 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄30 Reichsthaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1841-1870) |
| Composition | Billon (.229 silver) |
| Weight | 2.13 g |
| Diameter | 17.85 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47489 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Name and date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHEIDE-MUNZE
1
GROSCHEN
1847
30 EINEN THALER
Edge
Incused m's
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha is that it features an image of Ernest II, the reigning duke at the time, on one side, and a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change in Europe, with the rise of industrialization and the fall of feudalism, and it represents a unique piece of history from a region that is now part of modern-day Germany.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1847 F | 129600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 F | 48600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 F | 129600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 F | 33375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Groschen - Ernest II 1847-1858 coin.
