© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Mariengroschen
| Silver | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hamelin (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1543-1548 |
| Value | 1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#137467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Madonna and Child, rays around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARIA - MA(-)T(-)E(R) - DOMI(N)(I)
Interesting fact
The 1 Mariengroschen coin from the City of Hamelin (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted between 1543 and 1548, a period when the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum, and the Empire was facing political and religious upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a standard circulation coin, indicating the resilience and stability of the local economy. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting process speaks to the region's rich mining history and the value placed on precious metals during this time.
