3 Groshen - Gabriel Bethlen 1623 front 3 Groshen - Gabriel Bethlen 1623 back
3 Groshen - Gabriel Bethlen 1623 photo
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3 Groshen - Gabriel Bethlen

1623 year
Silver 1.69 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Oppeln-Ratibor (Silesia)
Duke
Gabriel Bethlen (Gábor Bethlen) (1622-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1623
Value
3 Groschens (3⁄40)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.69 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#79136
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Iger OR.23.1.a (R4), F.u.S. 2916,

Interesting fact

The 3 Groshen coin from the Duchy of Oppeln-Ratibor (Silesia) features a unique design, with an image of Gabriel Bethlen, a prominent Hungarian noble, on one side and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. This coin was minted in 1623 and is made of silver, weighing 1.69 grams. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.