1 Mariengroschen - Clemens August of Bayern 1723 front 1 Mariengroschen - Clemens August of Bayern 1723 back
1 Mariengroschen - Clemens August of Bayern 1723 photo
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1 Mariengroschen - Clemens August of Bayern

1723 year
Silver - 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Paderborn (German States)
Prince-bishop
Clemens August of Bavaria (Clemens August von Bayern) (1719-1761)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1723
Value
1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72751
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

4-line inscription with mintmaster's initials, date at end of legend.

Lettering:
FVRST. PADERB. LAND. MUNTZ. 1723
I/Marien/Gros/.AGP.

Interesting fact

The 1 Mariengroschen coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn, issued in 1723 during the reign of Clemens August of Bayern, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material for coinage at the time. Additionally, the coin's design features an image of the Virgin Mary, which was a common motif on coins from the German States during this period.