24 Mariengroschen - Alexius Frederick Christian 1796 front 24 Mariengroschen - Alexius Frederick Christian 1796 back
24 Mariengroschen - Alexius Frederick Christian 1796 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

24 Mariengroschen - Alexius Frederick Christian

1796 year
Silver (.986) 13.08 g -
Description
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
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#334795
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NACH DEM LEIPZIGER FUS 1796
XXIIII
MARIEN
GROSCH.
·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 likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the principality. This coin is a rare and valuable example of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the political and economic context of the time.