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1 Groschen - John George II
| Silver | 1.76 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1619-1647) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1636-1645 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.76 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#142561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with denomination seperating the date on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN.MANSF:N::D:I:H:S:E:S 16/45
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Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Mansfeld-Eisleben, minted during the reign of John George II (1636-1645), features an interesting design element - a stylized image of a wild man, known as the "Wild Mansfeld," on the reverse side. This iconography was a symbol of the county and was used on various coins during that time period.
