1 Groschen - Frederick Günther 1803-1808 front 1 Groschen - Frederick Günther 1803-1808 back
1 Groschen - Frederick Günther 1803-1808 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

1 Groschen - Frederick Günther

 
Billon 2 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt, German States)
Prince
Louis Frederick II (1793-1807)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1803-1808
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1710-1868)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#209140
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
GROSCHEN
1808

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the Principality of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt was minted during the reign of Frederick Günther, who was the ruling prince of the principality from 1803 to 1808. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. Despite its small denomination, the coin weighed 2 grams, which was relatively heavy for a coin of its size. This interesting fact highlights the unique features of this coin and the historical context in which it was minted.