2 Mariengroschen - Wolfgang William 1644-1646 front 2 Mariengroschen - Wolfgang William 1644-1646 back
2 Mariengroschen - Wolfgang William 1644-1646 photo
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2 Mariengroschen - Wolfgang William

 
Silver (.960) 1.49 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Ravensberg (German States)
Count
Wolfgang William (1623-1647)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1644-1646
Value
2 Mariengroschen (1⁄18)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver (.960)
Weight
1.49 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158938
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

3-line inscription, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN. DEO. SPE. MEA.
II / MAR / GR.

Interesting fact

The 2 Mariengroschen coin from the County of Ravensberg (German States) made of Silver (.960) weighing 1.49 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Wolfgang William, who was the Count of Ravensberg from 1644 to 1646. This coin was used as a means of payment during his rule and is a rare and valuable collector's item today.