1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich 1618-1619 front 1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich 1618-1619 back
1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich 1618-1619 photo
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1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich

 
Silver 0.84 g 18.3 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
1618-1619
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.84 g
Diameter
18.3 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#145183
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Four-fold arms. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOMI.PROVIDEBIT

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 1618-1619, during Frederick Ulrich's reign, and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.