© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Groschen - John II of Pfalz-Simmern Spitzgroschen ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | John II of Palatinate-Simmern (1464-1475) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1464-1475 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#219915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shielded arms in pointed trilobe.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin featuring John II of Pfalz-Simmern is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued during the reign of John II, who was the Archbishop of Magdeburg from 1464 to 1475. During this period, the German States were experiencing significant economic growth and urbanization, which led to an increased demand for coinage. The 1 Groschen coin was one of the most widely used coins during this time and was an important symbol of the economic and political power of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg.
