2 Mariengroschen - George Louis 1698-1699 front 2 Mariengroschen - George Louis 1698-1699 back
2 Mariengroschen - George Louis 1698-1699 photo
© Fred Cherrygarden

2 Mariengroschen - George Louis

 
Silver 1.03 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States)
Duke
George I (Georg I) (1698-1727)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1698-1699
Value
2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.03 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
0.3 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#239828
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value, legend and date around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1698.*IN RECTO DECVS.
*II*
MARIEN
GROSCH
***

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

The 2 Mariengroschen coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.03 g was minted during the reign of George Louis (1698-1699). It's interesting to note that George Louis was the first ruler of the House of Hanover, which was a powerful dynasty that ruled the Electorate of Hanover and later the Kingdom of Hanover, as well as the United Kingdom, from 1714 to 1901. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of history that serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the German States during that time period.