1 Groschen - Henry XIX 1483-1485 front 1 Groschen - Henry XIX 1483-1485 back
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1 Groschen - Henry XIX

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg (German States)
Count
Henry XIX (1455-1511)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1483-1485
Value
1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309167
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmet above left-leaning 2 fish arms, date at end of legend

Lettering: GROS. DOMI. IN. WERNIGERODE

Comment

Varieties exist. Legends in Gothic letters.

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg, issued during the reign of Henry XIX between 1483 and 1485, was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions and was an important part of the local economy.