© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Groschen - John George III Sterbegroschen; Death
1710 year| Silver | 1.85 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George III (Hans Georg III) (1647-1710) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1710 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.85 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nine line inscription.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from County of Mansfeld-Eisleben featuring John George III is notable for its unique design, which depicts the ruler's death in 1710. The coin's design was meant to commemorate the event and serve as a memento mori, reminding people of the transience of life and the inevitability of death.
