© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
2 Mariengroschen - George Henry
| Billon (.312 silver) | 2.39 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Waldeck-Pyrmont (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | George II (Georg II) (1813-1845) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1827-1828 |
| Value | 2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Thaler (1712-1848) |
| Composition | Billon (.312 silver) |
| Weight | 2.39 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#323553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
4 lined inscription with denomination, date and mintmaster initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*2*
MARIEN
GROSCH
1828
A.W.
Interesting fact
The 2 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Waldeck-Pyrmont features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the initials "GH" (for George Henry) on the obverse side, which was a unique feature for a German state coin during that time period.
