2 Gute Groschen - Louis Rudolph (Marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II) 1733 front 2 Gute Groschen - Louis Rudolph (Marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II) 1733 back
2 Gute Groschen - Louis Rudolph (Marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II) 1733 photo
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2 Gute Groschen - Louis Rudolph Marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II

1733 year
Silver 3.55 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Louis Rudolph (Ludwig Rudolf) (1731-1735)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1733
Value
2 Groschens (1⁄12)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.55 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309354
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

9-line legend with Roman numeral date, value II GG below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OS
NVPTIAS
IN
SALINA VALLE
CELEBRATAS
XII IVNII
CIↃIↃCCXXXIII
(II.G.G)
B.I.D

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II, who were the ruling couple of the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel at the time. The coin's design features an image of the couple on one side and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing insight into the cultural and political significance of the marriage and the reign of Frederick II.