2 Mariengroschen - William Anthony of Asseburg 1764-1766 front 2 Mariengroschen - William Anthony of Asseburg 1764-1766 back
2 Mariengroschen - William Anthony of Asseburg 1764-1766 photo
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2 Mariengroschen - William Anthony of Asseburg

 
Billon 2.4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Paderborn (German States)
Prince-bishop
William Anthony of Asseburg (Wilhelm Anton von Asseburg) (1763-1782)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1764-1766
Value
2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158162
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

5-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* II *
MARIEN
GROSCH
I.A.S.

240 EINE FEINE MARCK

Interesting fact

The 2 Mariengroschen coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) made of Billon and weighing 2.4 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of William Anthony of Asseburg, who was the Bishop of Paderborn from 1764 to 1766. This coin was used as a means of payment during his tenure, and it features an image of the bishop on one side and the coat of arms of the bishopric on the other. It's a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the German States.