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24 Mariengroschen "Palmbaumgulden" - John Frederick
1675 year| Silver | 16.6 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | John Frederick (Johann Friedrich) (1665-1679) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1675 |
| Value | 24 Mariengroschen (⅔) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.6 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Palm tree on an island, ships on both sides in an inner circle. Legend around. Date at right side in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EX DURIS GLORIA
XXIII MARIENGROS
1675
Comment
Exists with a 16S81 countermark from Salzburg (ref Zöttl#2088.92):Image Lanz Numismatik
Interesting fact
The 24 Mariengroschen "Palmbaumgulden" coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) is interesting because it features a unique design element - a palm tree on the reverse side, which is where the coin gets its name "Palmbaumgulden" (meaning "palm tree groschen" in German). This design was a nod to the palm trees that were grown in the region, and was meant to symbolize prosperity and good fortune.