© Alexandr Prokofyev
© Alexandr Prokofyev
2 Mariengroschen - George William
| Silver | 1.26 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1648-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1661 |
| Value | 2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.26 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#204332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
3-line central inscription with denomination, legend with rosette at top surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.II.
MARI
·GR:
VON · FEINEM · SILBER
Edge
Plain
Comment
Dies alignment is not regular. The alignment for the coin at the main photo is about ↑→.Interesting fact
The 2 Mariengroschen coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.26 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the coin was minted the following year, 1649. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg, who were able to continue minting coins despite the devastation caused by the war.
