© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Mariengroschen - Francis of Ketteler
| Billon (.3965 silver) | 2.27 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Corvey (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | Francis of Ketteler (Franz von Ketteler) (1504-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1542-1544 |
| Value | 1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon (.3965 silver) |
| Weight | 2.27 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#309991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna and Child, flames around, in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GA(V)(DE). DEI. GE - NI(T)(R)(X). MAR(I)(A).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mariengroschen coin is that it was minted during the reign of Francis of Ketteler, who was the Prince-Bishop of the Abbey of Corvey in Germany from 1542 to 1544. The coin features an image of Francis of Ketteler on one side and the Virgin Mary on the other, which reflects the religious influence of the Abbey during that time period. Additionally, the coin was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, and weighs 2.27 grams, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
