1 Groschen - Frederick I 1585-1586 front 1 Groschen - Frederick I 1585-1586 back
1 Groschen - Frederick I 1585-1586 photo
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1 Groschen - Frederick I

 
Silver 2.12 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Montbéliard (French States)
Count
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1558-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1585-1586
Value
1 Groschen = 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler (1397-1716)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.12 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#135884
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DEVS. ASPR. CÆPTIS 1585

Unabridged legend: Deus Aspiret Caeptis

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from County of Montbéliard (French States) is that it features an image of Frederick I, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the Duke of Montbéliard from 1572 to 1608. He was a member of the House of Württemberg and was known for his military campaigns and his support for the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design was likely meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority in the region.