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1 Groschen - Hermann of Schaumburg

1577 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Minden (German States)
Bishop
Hermann of Schaumburg (Hermann von Schaumburg) (1567-1582)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1577
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137990
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Rudolf II.

Interesting fact

The Hermann of Schaumburg 1577 Groschen coin from the Bishopric of Minden (German States) is notable for its unique design, which features a portrait of Hermann of Schaumburg, the Bishop of Minden, on one side, and a depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child on the other. This coin was minted during a time of religious upheaval in Europe, and the combination of a religious figure and a secular leader on the same coin reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1577  59000 - - - - - -

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