© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
3 Groshen - Johann Christian Kluczbork
1622 year| Silver | 1.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Christian (Johann Christian) (1602-1639) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1622 |
| Value | 3 Groshen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#120949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
3-turreted city gate, value 'III' above, Silesian eagle left, shield of Brieg arms at right, date divided between the 3 symbols, 3-line inscription below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
1622
GROS · ARGE
TRIPL · CRV
CIBVRG
Unabridged legend:
Grossus Argenteus
Triplex Cruciburgiae
Translation: Silver three groschen of Kreuzburg
Comment
Ref. F/S#1602.Interesting fact
The 3 Groshen coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) was minted during the reign of Johann Christian (Kluczbork) in 1622. What's interesting about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. In fact, silver coins were often used as a symbol of wealth and status, and the fact that this coin was made of silver suggests that it was a significant and valuable coin in its time. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 1.5 grams suggests that it was a substantial coin, both in terms of its size and its value.
