2 Mariengroschen - Frederick William of Westfalen
1763 year| Silver | 2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Frederick William of Westphalia (Friedrich Wilhelm von Westphalen) (1763-1789) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1763 |
| Value | 2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136789 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
II
MARIEN
GROSCH.
1763
240.EINE FEINE MARCK.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mariengroschen coin from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it features an image of Frederick William of Westfalen, who was the Prince-Bishop of Hildesheim from 1763 to 1789. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Hildesheim. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a standard circulation coin from the German States, and its silver content makes it a popular collector's item among numismatists.
