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1 Groschen - Theodore of Fürstenberg
1611 year| Silver (.500) | 1.827 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Theodore of Fürstenberg (Dietrich von Fürstenberg) (1585-1618) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1611 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 1.827 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z4, date divided by top of cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RU(D). II. RO. IM(P). S. (A)(U).
Translation: Rudolf II, (Holy) Roman Emperor
Comment
Heavier than KM#9 (link below)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 1611 to 1618. 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.
