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1 Groschen - Frederick Ulrich ND
1620 year| Silver | 0.78 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.78 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#143935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned 4-fold arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GOT.DE.S.N.M.
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Frederick Ulrich, the ruler of the principality, on one side, and the other side bears the inscription "Fürstl. Braunschweigisch-Wolfenbüttelscher Thaler" (Princely Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel Thaler). This inscription indicates that the coin was minted under the authority of Frederick Ulrich and was used as a standard unit of currency in the principality. It's worth noting that the use of silver in the coin's minting was a common practice during this time period, as silver was a widely accepted and valued metal for currency. The fact that the coin weighs 0.78 grams suggests that it was made of a relatively pure form of silver, which would have been valuable in its time.
