1 Groschen - Henry Volrad ND (1618-1619) front 1 Groschen - Henry Volrad ND (1618-1619) back
1 Groschen - Henry Volrad ND (1618-1619) photo
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1 Groschen - Henry Volrad ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg-Ortenberg (German States)
Count
Henry Volrad (1618-1641)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1618-1619
Value
1 Groschen = 3 Kreuzer (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#166754
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast, titles of Matthias.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from County of Stolberg-Ortenberg is that it features a unique combination of Christian and pagan symbols. On one side, the coin bears the image of Saint George slaying a dragon, a common Christian motif. On the other side, it features a depiction of a wild man, a mythical creature commonly found in Germanic folklore. This blending of religious and cultural symbols reflects the complex and multifaceted nature of European society during the early 17th century.