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12 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August
| Silver | 6.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1684 |
| Value | 12 Mariengroschen (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Denomination in 3 lines, lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REMIGIO ALTISSIMI
XII / MARIEN / GROS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of Rudolph August, the ruler of the principality, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. This coin was minted during Rudolph August's reign from 1668 to 1684 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. Despite being made of silver and weighing only 6.5 grams, it was an important coin in its time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
