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12 Grote
| Silver | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bremen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1186-1918) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1654-1657 |
| Value | 12 Grote (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle in a circle. The crown divides the legend on top. Legend around (starts 1h) for "Ferdinandus III Dei Gratia Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus"
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERD III D G ROM IMP SEM AUG
Translation: Coinage from the City of Bremen
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 12 Grote 1654-1657 from City of Bremen (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Ferdinand III, who was instrumental in reforming the Holy Roman Empire's currency and monetary system. The 12 Grote coin was a significant denomination at the time, and its silver content made it a valuable and widely used coin in trade and commerce. Additionally, the coin's design features the coat of arms of the City of Bremen, which was an important trading center in the region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1654 | 127000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1657 | 141000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Grote 1654-1657 coin.
