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3 Mariengroschen - George IV
| Billon (.437 silver) | 3.34 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1820-1821 |
| Value | 3 Mariengroschen (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Dénomination, date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· KÖN · HANNOVERSCHE CONVENTIONS-MÜNZE ·
3 MARIEN-
GROSCHEN
1821 ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Mariengroschen coin from the Kingdom of Hannover is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the region. The coin was introduced in 1820, just a few years after the Napoleonic Wars had ended, and the economy of the German States was still recovering from the devastation caused by the wars. Despite the economic challenges, the coin was minted with a relatively high silver content, which speaks to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of the Kingdom of Hannover during this time.
