2 Mariengroschen - Charles William Ferdinand
1804 year| Billon | 3 g | 20.63 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II William Ferdinand (Karl II Wilhelm Ferdinand) (1780-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1804 |
| Value | 2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20.63 mm |
| Thickness | 0.79 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#234047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
4-line central inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CCLII Eine Feine MARK CONVEN M
II // MARIEN // GROSCH // 1804
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Germany. The coin was issued in 1804, just a few years before the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on the German economy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin was made with a unique blend of copper and silver, known as Billon, which was a common practice in Germany during the early 19th century. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel during a period of economic uncertainty.
