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1 Mariengroschen - George William
| Silver | 0.8 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1665-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1677-1680 |
| Value | 1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#241197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Mary with child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: F.BR.LUN / L.MUNZ .
Interesting fact
The 1 Mariengroschen coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) was minted during the reign of George William, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle from 1677 to 1680. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.8 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the German States during the late 17th century.
