1 Groschen - Henry XIX ND (1470-1490) front 1 Groschen - Henry XIX ND (1470-1490) back
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1 Groschen - Henry XIX ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg (German States)
Count
Henry XIX (1455-1511)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1470-1490
Value
1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309164
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms of Stolberg and Wernigerode

Lettering: GROS'. DNI'. IN: WERNGERODE'.

Comment

Varieties exist. Legends in Gothic letters.

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg, minted during the reign of Henry XIX between 1470 and 1490, features an interesting design element - a stylized image of a lion on the obverse side. This design was a common motif in medieval European coinage and symbolized strength, courage, and royal power. The use of silver in the coin's composition also signified the value and importance of the coin in the local economy.