24 Mariengroschen - Charles I 1735-1780 front 24 Mariengroschen - Charles I 1735-1780 back
24 Mariengroschen - Charles I 1735-1780 photo
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24 Mariengroschen - Charles I

 
Silver 13.1 g 37.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1735-1780
Value
24 Mariengroschen (⅔)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.1 g
Diameter
37.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309845
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Wildman with tree in left hand

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NVNQVAM RETRORSVM
24

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 24 Mariengroschen coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles I, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel from 1735 to 1780. During his rule, Charles I implemented various reforms and modernized the state's economy, which led to increased trade and prosperity in the region. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 13.1 grams, making it a valuable and significant piece of numismatic history.