1 Prague Groschen (Counterstamped) ND (1378-1419) front 1 Prague Groschen (Counterstamped) ND (1378-1419) back
1 Prague Groschen (Counterstamped) ND (1378-1419) photo
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1 Prague Groschen Counterstamped ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1378-1419
Value
1 Prague Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Countermarked
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#152280
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin (uncial)

Comment

Sm.158

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Prague Groschen (Counterstamped) ND (1378-1419) from Free city of Regensburg (German States) made of Silver is that it was used as a form of currency in the medieval period, specifically during the reign of Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor. It was a widely accepted coin throughout the Holy Roman Empire and was used for trade and commerce. The counterstamp on the coin indicates that it was issued by the Free City of Regensburg, which was an important trading center during that time. The use of silver in the coin's minting also signifies its value and importance as a form of currency.