© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
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1 Gröschel - Louis the Pious
1593 year| Billon (.438 silver) | 1.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Württemberg (Württemberg, German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Louis (Ludwig) (1568-1593) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1593 |
| Value | 1 Gröschel = 1⁄37.5 Gulden (2⁄75) |
| Currency | Thaler (1495-1802) |
| Composition | Billon (.438 silver) |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#133901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield of Teck arms superimposed on long cross, value 37-1/2 in cartouche at bottom, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MO. NO. - STVT - GAR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gröschel - Louis the Pious 1593 coin from Duchy of Württemberg is that it features a unique blend of metals, known as Billon, which contains 43.8% silver and 56.2% copper. This composition was commonly used in the German States during the 16th century, and it gives the coin a distinctive look and feel compared to coins made of pure silver or copper.
