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1 Groschen - Ernest III
| Silver | 1.08 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest (Ernst) (1601-1622) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1614-1620 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.08 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#143279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z4, date divided at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAT(T)(IAS). I. (D.G.) R(O). I)M). S. A(U)(V).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the issuance of this coin reflects the growing influence of mercantilism and the need for standardized currency in trade and commerce. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during this time period.
