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1 Grossus - Ernst Johann von Biron Mitau
1763 year| Copper | 3.57 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest John of Biron (1763-1769) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1763 |
| Value | 1 Grossus = 1⁄36 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1586-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.57 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman under crown and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 63 · IN · LIVONIA · CVR · ET · SEMIGAL · 17
Unabridged legend: In Livoniae Curlandiae Et Semigalliae
Translation: of Livonia, Courland, and Semigallia
Edge
Plain
Comment
Lettering variants by GER catalogue:6.2.1.1.
63 · IN · LIVONIA · CVR · ET · SEMIGAL · 17
6.2.1.2.
63 IN · LIVONIA · CVR · ET · SEMIGAL 17
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Grossus coin from the Duchy of Courland and Semigallia is that it features an image of Ernst Johann von Biron, who was the Duke of Courland and Semigallia from 1740 to 1763. He was a prominent figure in the region's history and is still remembered today for his contributions to the duchy's economy and culture.
