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3 Groschen - John of Küstrin
| Silver | 2.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Küstrin (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | John I (Johann I) (1535-1571) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1544-1545 |
| Value | 3 Groschen (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1571) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139725 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
GROSS. AR
IOHAN. MA
R. BRANDE
NBVRG
.1544.
Translation: Three silver groschen of John, Margrave of Brandenburg.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a depiction of John of Küstrin, the Margrave of Brandenburg-Küstrin, who ruled from 1544 to 1545. The coin was minted during his reign, and it is believed that the image of John on the coin was meant to promote his image as a strong and powerful leader. However, John's rule was cut short when he died suddenly in 1545, at the age of 32. Despite his short reign, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the legacy of the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Küstrin.
