© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1 Grossus - Ernst Johann von Biron Mitau
| Silver | 0.96 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest John of Biron (1763-1769) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1763-1764 |
| Value | 1 Grossus = 1⁄36 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1586-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman under crown and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON · ARGENT · DVC : CVRLAND ·ICS·
Unabridged legend: Moneta Argentea Ducum Curlandiae
Translation: Silver coin of the Duchy of Courland
Edge
Plain
Comment
Lettering varieties by GER catalogue:
6.3.1.1.
MON · ARGENT · DVC : CVRLAND ICS
6.3.1.2.
MON · ARGENT · DVC : CVRLAND ·ICS·
6.3.2.1.
MON · ARGENTEA : DVC : CVRLAND ·ICS·
6.4.1.1.
MON · ARGENT · DVC : CVRLAND ·ICS·
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 1763 to 1764. He was a prominent figure in the region's history and is still remembered today for his contributions to the duchy.
