© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen - John George I and Peter Ernest I ND
| Silver | 1.44 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1531-1579) Peter Ernest I (Peter Ernst I) (1531-1604) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1558-1579 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.44 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#148174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing figure of St. George slaying dragon 4-fold arms of Mansfeld below in front.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON. AR. - (E.) D. I. MA.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of two rulers, John George I and Peter Ernest I, who co-ruled the County of Mansfeld-Eisleben in the German States during the 16th century. This coin was minted during their joint reign, which lasted from 1558 to 1579.
