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24 Mariengroschen - Alexius Frederick Christian
1796 year| Silver (.986) | 13.08 g | 33.8 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Anhalt-Bernburg (Anhalt-Bernburg, German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Alexius Frederick Christian (Alexis Friedrich Christian) (1796-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1796 |
| Value | 24 Mariengroschen (⅔) |
| Currency | Thaler (1603-1805) |
| Composition | Silver (.986) |
| Weight | 13.08 g |
| Diameter | 33.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Name and date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALEXIUS FRIEDRICH CHRISTIAN FURST ZU ANHALT
XXIIII
MARIEN
GROSCH·
FEIN SILBER
1796
·H·S·
Engraver: Hans Schluter
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 24 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Anhalt-Bernburg is that it features an image of Alexius Frederick Christian, the ruling prince of the principality from 1796 to 1807. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and title on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the principality. This coin is a rare and valuable example of numismatic history, providing insight into the political and economic context of the time.
