© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen - Jakob of Liebenstein
| Silver | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Jacob of Liebenstein (1504-1508) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1507-1508 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#163029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 small shields of arms with bottoms to center in trefoil pattern, legend in Gothic letters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA. NOVA. RENENS. MOGV(N).
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted during the reign of Jakob of Liebenstein in 1507-1508, features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of the Main River, which runs through the city of Mainz. This design was meant to symbolize the importance of the river to the region's economy and trade.
