1 Groschen - John George II 1630-1644 front 1 Groschen - John George II 1630-1644 back
1 Groschen - John George II 1630-1644 photo
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1 Groschen - John George II

 
Silver 2.15 g 23.8 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States)
Count
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1619-1647)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1630-1644
Value
1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1531-1710)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.15 g
Diameter
23.8 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#142559
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering: (D)(O).IN.MANSF:NO:DO:I:H:

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from County of Mansfeld-Eisleben is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the coin still features a detailed portrait of John George II, the ruler of the county, indicating the importance of maintaining a sense of normalcy and stability during times of crisis.