1 Groschen - Louis George
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Ortenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis George (1572-1618) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1613 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 3 Kreuzer (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#166750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast, titles of Matthias, date.
Interesting fact
The 1 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg-Ortenberg, minted during the reign of Louis George (1612-1613), features an unusual design element - a small image of a horse on the reverse side of the coin. This horse symbolizes the county's coat of arms and is a nod to the region's rich history of horse breeding and trading.
