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1 Groschen - Theodore of Fürstenberg
| Silver (.500) | 1.827 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Theodore of Fürstenberg (Dietrich von Fürstenberg) (1585-1618) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1616 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 1.827 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#179340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z4, date divided by top of cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAT(I)(AS). I. D. G. R(O). (I)(M). S. A(V)(U).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn is that it features an image of Theodore of Fürstenberg, who was the Bishop of Paderborn from 1615 to 1616. This coin was minted during his episcopacy, making it a unique piece of history that highlights the religious and political significance of the Bishopric of Paderborn during that time.
