1 Groschen - Frederick Botho and Charles Louis 1763-1764 front 1 Groschen - Frederick Botho and Charles Louis 1763-1764 back
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1 Groschen - Frederick Botho and Charles Louis

 
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Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States)
Count
Frederick Botho (Friedrich Botho) (1739-1768) Charles Louis (Karl Ludwig) (1761-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1763-1764
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168978
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

3-line central inscription with denomination, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CCCXX.KLNE FEINE MARCK*1764*

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg, minted between 1763 and 1764, features a unique design element - a crowned eagle on the reverse side. This eagle is not only a symbol of power and authority but also represents the unity of the two ruling families, the House of Stolberg and the House of Schwarzburg, who ruled the county together. The eagle is depicted holding a scepter and an orb, further emphasizing the coin's connection to the ruling families. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.