1 Groschen Tournois (Counterstamped) ND (1361-1393) front 1 Groschen Tournois (Counterstamped) ND (1361-1393) back
1 Groschen Tournois (Counterstamped) ND (1361-1393) photo
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1 Groschen Tournois Counterstamped ND

 
Silver 2.82 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bielefeld (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1361-1393
Value
1 Groschen
Currency
Groschen
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.82 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#214804
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: +TYRONUS CIVIS

Lettering (regular font): +TYRONUS CIVIS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Groschen Tournois (Counterstamped) ND (1361-1393) from City of Bielefeld (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles IV, who was instrumental in establishing the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading alliance that spanned across Northern Europe. The coin's silver content and unique counterstamp design also reflect the city's growing influence as a center of trade and commerce during this period.