1 Gröschel - Christian 1669-1670 front 1 Gröschel - Christian 1669-1670 back
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1 Gröschel - Christian

 
Silver 0.78 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia)
Duke
Christian (1651-1672)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1669-1670
Value
1 Dreier (Groschel) = 3 Pfennig (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.78 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#316562
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

2 ornately shaped adjacent shields of arms (Silesia to the left, Brieg to the right), crown above, date below.

Interesting fact

The 1 Gröschel coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Christian, who was the Duke of Liegnitz-Brieg from 1669 to 1670. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade in the region, and the coin was likely used for everyday transactions and commerce. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 17th-century Europe.