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2 Mariengroschen - Frederick Ulrich
| Silver | 1.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1635 |
| Value | 2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✿ VON FEINEM SILB
II
MAR
GR
Comment
Obverse Lettering:"FV" for Friedrich Ulrich (Ruler 1613-1634)
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 great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the region and led to a period of economic instability. Despite this, the coinage of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel remained consistent and reliable, with the 2 Mariengroschen coin being a popular denomination among merchants and traders.
