1 Groschen - John George
1572 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John II George (Johann II Georg) (1571-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1572 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄21) |
| Currency | Thaler (1440-1618) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#110597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z1 in ornate shield divides date, titles cont, titles of Johann George repeated in legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONE. NOVA ARGE etc.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it features a unique combination of Christian and pagan symbols. On one side, the coin bears the image of St. George slaying a dragon, a traditional Christian motif. On the other side, it features a depiction of a wild man, a common symbol in pre-Christian Germanic mythology. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the region during the 16th century.
