1 Groten - Anthony Günther (Late type) 1651 front 1 Groten - Anthony Günther (Late type) 1651 back
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1 Groten - Anthony Günther Late type

1651 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Oldenburg (German States)
Count
Anthony Günther (Anton Günther) (1603-1667)
Emperor
Ferdinand III (1637-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1651
Value
1 Groten (1⁄144)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1773)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#340282
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FER · III · D · G · R · IMP · SEMP · A

Interesting fact

The 1 Groten coin from the County of Oldenburg, minted in 1651 during the late type of Anthony Günther's reign, features an unusual design element - a small image of a horse on the reverse side. This horse symbolizes the coat of arms of the County of Oldenburg and was added to the coin's design to signify the county's independence and sovereignty.