© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen - Günther XLI and John Günther Spitzgroschen ND
| Silver | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | County of Schwarzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Günther XLI (1552-1583) John Günther I (1552-1571) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1555-1570 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#154167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield of lion rampant left arms in pointed trefoil within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DO. IN. ARNS. SVNDERS. E. LEV (or variant)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the County of Schwarzburg is that it features a unique design element known as a "Spitzgroschen" or "pointed groschen." This refers to the pointed shape of the coin's obverse (front side), which was a distinctive feature of groschen coins minted during the reign of Günther XLI and John Günther in the 16th century. The Spitzgroschen design was used to distinguish these coins from other groschen coins minted in nearby regions, and it has become a recognizable feature of Schwarzburg's coinage during this period.
