1 Groschen - Philip Julius III 1609-1616 front 1 Groschen - Philip Julius III 1609-1616 back
1 Groschen - Philip Julius III 1609-1616 photo
© escoins (CC BY-NC-SA)

1 Groschen - Philip Julius III

 
Silver 1.65 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Pomerania-Wolgast (German States)
Duke
Philip Julius (1592-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1616
Value
1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.65 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.0 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#239995
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Imperial orb with Z4, first half of date divided at top, second half by orb.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SI. DEUS. P. N. Q. C(O). NO(S)

Translation:
Si Deus pro nobis quis contra nos
(If God be for us who can be against us?)

Edge

Plain

Comment

1609
PHILIP:IULIUS.H.Z.S.P.CR
.6.SI.DEUS.P.N.O.CO.NOS.1.
.O - 9.


1610
PHILIP.IULIUS·H✿Z·S·P.
.1.SI.DEUS.P.N.O.C.N.OS.6.
.1 - 0.


1611

Interesting fact

The 1 Groschen coin from the Duchy of Pomerania-Wolgast, issued during the reign of Philip Julius III (1609-1616), features an interesting design element - a stylized image of a griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbol was used to represent the coat of arms of the House of Pomerania, which ruled the region for centuries. The inclusion of the griffin on the coin highlights the rich history and cultural heritage of the region, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and history enthusiasts.