© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
24 Mariengroschen - Francis Arnold of Wolff-Metternich
| Silver | 17.16 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Francis Arnold Joseph of Wolff-Metternich of Gracht (Franz Arnold von Wolff-Metternich zur Gracht) (1706-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1706-1715 |
| Value | 24 Mariengroschen (⅔) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.16 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#267804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value within inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BURGG STROMB R I P COM PYRM ET DOM IN BORC
XXIIII
MARIEN
GROSCH
1715
W R
Unabridged legend: Burggravius Strombergensis Sacri Romani Imperii Princeps Comes Pyrmontanus Et Dominus In Borkelo
Comment
Different varieties of shield sizes are knownInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 24 Mariengroschen coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Bishopric of Münster, which was a region in the northwest of modern-day Germany. The coin was issued by Francis Arnold of Wolff-Metternich, who was the Bishop of Münster from 1706 to 1715. During his reign, the region was plagued by conflicts, including a major war with Sweden and a devastating plague outbreak. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of Münster during this difficult period.
