1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich 1617-1619 front 1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich 1617-1619 back
1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich 1617-1619 photo
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1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich

 
Silver 1.00 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1617-1619
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.00 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#145126
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

LIon rampant right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AGENDO:CONANDO

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The coin features an image of Frederick Ulrich, the ruler of the principality, on one side, and a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel on the other. The coin was minted in 1617-1619, during Frederick Ulrich's reign, and was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small size and relatively low denomination, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.