1 Mariengroschen - Charles of Lothringen 1703-1704 front 1 Mariengroschen - Charles of Lothringen 1703-1704 back
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1 Mariengroschen - Charles of Lothringen

 
Silver - 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Osnabrück (German States)
Bishop
Charles Joseph of Lorraine (Karl III Joseph von Lothringen) (1698-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1703-1704
Value
1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#238783
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

3-line inscription over mintmaster's initials, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FURSTL. OSNAB. LAND. MUNTZ.
I / MARIEN / GROS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Mariengroschen coin from the Bishopric of Osnabrück is that it features an image of Charles of Lothringen, who was the bishop of the diocese from 1703 to 1704. The coin was minted during his episcopacy, and it is believed that the image of Charles was included on the coin as a way to promote his reputation and authority within the diocese. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted specifically to promote the image of a religious leader, and it provides a unique insight into the political and religious climate of the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1703 HLO 353376 - - - - - -

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