© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Prague Groschen Counterstamped ND
1378 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Auerbach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1378 |
| Value | 1 Groschen |
| Currency | Groschen |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#214799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
The Prague Groschen was a widely used coin in medieval Europe, and it was issued by the City of Prague in Bohemia (now part of the Czech Republic). The coin was first introduced in 1300 and was used until the 16th century. The Prague Groschen was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring a cross on one side and the Bohemian lion on the other. The coin was counterstamped with the coat of arms of the City of Auerbach, which is why it's known as the "Auerbacher Groschen." The use of counterstamps was a common practice in medieval Europe, as it allowed cities and territories to issue their own coins while still using the standardized Prague Groschen design.