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2 Mariengroschen - Arnold of Waldois
| Silver (.875) | 1.291 g | 17.9 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Corvey (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | Arnold IV of Waldois (Arnold IV von Waldois) (1638-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1654-1656 |
| Value | 2 Mariengroschen = 1⁄18 Hanoverian thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 1.291 g |
| Diameter | 17.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#42357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination in the center, legend and date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*II*
MARI
GROS
·VF·
SILBER.VON.GUTTEM.1656
Engraver: Urban Felgenhauer
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mariengroschen coin from the Abbey of Corvey is that it features an image of Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus, on one side, and a portrait of Arnold of Waldois, the abbot of the monastery, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, and its design reflects the significance of religious institutions and leaders during that period.
