2 Mariengroschen 1491 front 2 Mariengroschen 1491 back
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2 Mariengroschen

1491 year
Silver 2.27 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Aachen (German States)
Period
Free city (1166-1801)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1491
Value
2 Mariengroschen (⅔)
Currency
Schilling (1373-1504)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.27 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#266849
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Charlemagne, Madonna and child kneeling left in front of Cathedral

Lettering:
VRBS AQVIN REGIN SECES CAPVT OIM
1491

Comment

Different styled cross

Interesting fact

The 2 Mariengroschen coin from the Free Imperial City of Aachen, minted in 1491, features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by angels and a ornate border.