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1 Groschen - Ferdinand II
| Silver | 0.9 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1612-1650) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1621 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#88214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with denomination, date separated on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FE.I.I.D.G.R.I.S.A
16 / Z0
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mehl# 506Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the bishopric, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This shield was not present on earlier issues of the coin, and its inclusion on the 1620-1621 issue was likely done to signify the coin's connection to the bishopric and to differentiate it from other coins in circulation.
