1 Groschen - John George II, Victor Amadeus, William, Charles William and Emanuel Lebrecht 1683-1684 front 1 Groschen - John George II, Victor Amadeus, William, Charles William and Emanuel Lebrecht 1683-1684 back
1 Groschen - John George II, Victor Amadeus, William, Charles William and Emanuel Lebrecht 1683-1684 photo
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1 Groschen - John George II, Victor Amadeus, William, Charles William and Emanuel Lebrecht

 
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Description
Issuer
Principality of Anhalt (German States)
Prince
John George II (Hans Georg II) (1660-1693) Victor Amadeus (1656-1718) William Louis (1670-1709) Charles William (Karl Wilhelm) (1667-1718) Emmanuel Lebrecht (1671-1704)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1683-1684
Value
1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler (1212-1570)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#198552
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value, date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features five different rulers, which is a unique feature among coins. The five rulers are John George II, Victor Amadeus, William, Charles William, and Emanuel Lebrecht, who were all members of the House of Ascania, which ruled the Principality of Anhalt from 1305 to 1806. This coin was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe, and it is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.