© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
3 Groschens - Adam Wenceslaus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Teschen (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Adam Wenceslaus (Adam Wacław) (1579-1617) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1591-1597 |
| Value | 3 Groshen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92478 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Small Silesian eagle divides date III above, 5-line inscription below, mintmaster's symbol at end of inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
GROS. ARG
TRIP. DVC
TESSIN
SIS
Comment
Ref. F/S#2980-82, 2984, 2987. Varieties exist.MB# is attributed to German states.
Interesting fact
The 3 Groschens coin from the Duchy of Teschen (Silesia) made of Silver features Adam Wenceslaus, who was the Duke of Teschen from 1591 to 1597. What's interesting is that Adam Wenceslaus was actually a member of the House of Habsburg, which was a powerful royal family that ruled over many parts of Europe during that time. Despite being a member of the Habsburg family, Adam Wenceslaus was known for his efforts to promote the use of the Czech language and culture in the Duchy of Teschen, which was a predominantly Slavic region. This coin is a reminder of the diverse cultural and political influences that existed in Europe during the 16th century.
