12 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich 1686-1703 front 12 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich 1686-1703 back
12 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich 1686-1703 photo
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12 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich

 
Silver 6.16 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1686-1703
Value
12 Mariengroschen (⅓)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.16 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#39878
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Denomination in the center, legend with date around.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REMIGIO ALTISSIMI UNI 1702
XII MARIEN GROSCH

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich. This double portrait was a result of a political compromise between the two rulers, who shared power during their reign from 1686 to 1703. This coin is a rare example of a coin that showcases the joint rule of two leaders, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.