© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
1 Mariengroschen - Ernest I and Botho
1552 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Regenstein (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest I (Ernst I) (1551-1581) Botho (1551-1593) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1552 |
| Value | 1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#176964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Mary holding scepter and child, flames surrounding.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Mariengroschen coin from the County of Regenstein, minted in 1552 during the reign of Ernest I and Botho, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of wealth and power, and it was often used to mint coins for important transactions and trade. The fact that this coin was made of silver speaks to the wealth and influence of the County of Regenstein during this time period.
