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1 Groschen - Julius Francis
| Silver |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Julius Francis (Julius Franz) (1666-1689) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1671-1673 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#129671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
5-line central inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials. Legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LANDT. MVNTZ
. 24 . // Reichs // Daler // 167Z // . IW .
Comment
Dorfmann 102f/cInteresting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg, minted between 1671 and 1673, features an image of Julius Francis, the ruling duke at the time. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg was part of the Holy Roman Empire, and the coinage of the time was heavily influenced by the Empire's currency standards. Despite this, the 1 Groschen coin managed to maintain its own unique design and style, which sets it apart from other coins of the period.
