2 Mariengroschen - George Louis 1698-1711 front 2 Mariengroschen - George Louis 1698-1711 back
2 Mariengroschen - George Louis 1698-1711 photo
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2 Mariengroschen - George Louis

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States)
Duke
George I (Georg I) (1698-1727)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1698-1711
Value
2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#301993
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Wildman, tree in right hand

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN RECTO DECUS

Translation: IN HONOR CORRECT

Interesting fact

The 2 Mariengroschen coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) made of Silver features an image of George Louis, the ruling Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg from 1698 to 1711. What's interesting is that George Louis was only 18 years old when he took the throne, making him one of the youngest rulers in German history. Despite his young age, he was known for his wise leadership and his efforts to modernize the state's economy and military.