Obverse © jimpop
Obverse © jimpop
24 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich
| Silver (.917) | 15.1 g | 36 mm |
| 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 | 1690-1693 |
| Value | 24 Mariengroschen (⅔) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 15.1 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#68549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with value and mintmasters initials. Surrounding legend with date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: *24* // MARIEN // GROSCHEN // *** // H.C / .H.
Edge
Plain
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. The coin bears the portraits of Rudolph August, the reigning duke at the time of the coin's minting, and his brother Anthony Ulrich, who was the Bishop of Halberstadt. This double portrait design was a departure from the traditional single portrait design commonly used on coins of the time, and it signifies the close relationship between the two brothers and their shared rule over the principality.
