4 Mariengroschen 1666-1674 front 4 Mariengroschen 1666-1674 back
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4 Mariengroschen

 
Silver 2.4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Hannover (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1666-1674
Value
4 Mariengroschen (⅑)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#173605
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Three-line central inscription with denomination. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* VON • FEINEM • SILBER •
• IIII •
MARIE •
GROS •

Comment

Mintmaster AS - Andreas Scheele

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Mariengroschen coin from the City of Hannover (German States) made of Silver weighing 2.4g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Duke Johann Friedrich of Brunswick-Lüneburg, who ruled the Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg from 1665 to 1679. During his reign, the duchy experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the minting of coins like the 4 Mariengroschen was an important part of this process. The coin's design, which features an image of the Virgin Mary, also reflects the strong religious beliefs of the time.