© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
1 Groschen - Henry VIII of Bibra
| Billon | 1.07 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Henry of Bibra (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1762-1764 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
1/2 length facing figure of St. Boniface with sword and crook, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S·BONIFACI·GERMA·APOSTOL·
Translation: Sanctus Bonifacius, Germaniae Apostolus = St. Boniface, apostle of Germany
Engraver: Johann Nikolaus Dittmar
Edge
Plain
Comment
Eichelmann #132-134Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Bishopric of Fulda is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify that it was made of billon, a type of alloy that was less valuable than pure silver or gold. This design element was used to prevent counterfeiting and to ensure that the coin's value was accurately represented.
