4 Mariengroschen - Anthony Ulrich 1711-1713 front 4 Mariengroschen - Anthony Ulrich 1711-1713 back
4 Mariengroschen - Anthony Ulrich 1711-1713 photo
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4 Mariengroschen - Anthony Ulrich

 
Silver 2.2 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1711-1713
Value
4 Mariengroschen (⅑)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#305488
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Wildman with tree held in both hands at right, value at left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CONSTANTER
4

Interesting fact

The 4 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel features an image of Anthony Ulrich, the ruling duke at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. The coin was minted between 1711 and 1713 and was made of silver, weighing 2.2 grams. Despite its relatively small size, the coin was an important part of the local economy and was used for everyday transactions.