© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen - John George II Sterbegroschen; Death
1647 year| Silver | 1.84 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1619-1647) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1647 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.84 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with 24.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DENNOCH
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from County of Mansfeld-Eisleben featuring John George II is interesting because it was minted to commemorate the death of the ruler, which was a common practice in the German States during the 17th century. The coin's design features an image of John George II on one side and a depiction of Death on the other, symbolizing the transience of life and the inevitability of death.
