© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1 Groschen - John of Tiefen ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Teutonic Order (German States) |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | John of Tiefen (1489-1497) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1489-1497 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (12) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Grandmasters shield with long cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONE / TA DN / ORVM / PRVS
Lettering (regular font): MONE / TA DN / ORVM / PRVS
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the Teutonic Order, minted during the reign of John of Tiefen (1489-1497), features an image of a knight on horseback on its obverse side. This knight is believed to represent the idealized image of a Teutonic Knight, symbolizing the military order's values of chivalry and bravery.
