© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
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1 Groschen - John Gottfried of Aschhausen Sterbegroschen; Death
1622 year| Silver | - | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | John Godfried of Aschhausen (1617-1622) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1622 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#156305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with date, small imperial orb with W below.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg, also known as the Sterbegroschen (Death Groschen), features a unique design that reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time. The coin's obverse side depicts a skeleton holding an hourglass and a banner with the inscription "Vitae Mortis" (Life and Death), while the reverse side shows the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Würzburg. This coin was minted in 1622 during the reign of Bishop Johann Gottfried von Aschhausen, and its design was meant to serve as a reminder of the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The use of silver in the coin's production adds to its historical significance, as silver was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time.
