1 Groshen - Stefan III cel Mare (type I) ND (1457-1504) front 1 Groshen - Stefan III cel Mare (type I) ND (1457-1504) back
1 Groshen - Stefan III cel Mare (type I) ND (1457-1504) photo
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1 Groshen - Stefan III cel Mare type I ND

 
Silver 0.69 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Moldavia (Moldavia and Wallachia)
Voivode
Stephen III the Great (1457-1504)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1457-1504
Value
1 Groschen
Currency
Groat (1375-1665)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.69 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#114148
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Coat of arms.

Lettering: STEFANVSVOIEVODA

Comment

Ref: MM1a0001, Buzd. 604ff.

Interesting fact

The 1 Groshen coin from Moldavia (Moldavia and Wallachia) featuring Stefan III cel Mare (type I) was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the region. The coin's design, which includes an image of Stefan III cel Mare, reflects the influence of Byzantine art and culture on the region's artisans and craftsmen during this period.