24 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich 1693-1694 front 24 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich 1693-1694 back
24 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich 1693-1694 photo
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24 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich

 
Silver 17 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1694
Value
24 Mariengroschen (⅔)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
17 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#301619
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

4-line central inscription with denomination, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NACH DEN LEIPZIGER˙FUS
XXIIII
MARIEN
GROSCHEN
HCH

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 24 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich. This double portrait design was a deliberate choice made by the mint master, Johann Georg von Langen, to symbolize the unity and cooperation between the two ruling dukes. This coin is a rare example of a coin that showcases the joint rule of two leaders, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.