© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
4 Mariengroschen - August William
| Silver | 2.2 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus William (August Wilhelm) (1714-1731) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1717-1723 |
| Value | 4 Mariengroschen (⅑) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#307515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse leaping left, value 4/M.G. divides date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PARTA TVERI
FEIN 4 SILB.
17 M.G 21
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of August William, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel from 1717 to 1723. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and many German states, including Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, began to issue their own coins. The 4 Mariengroschen coin was one of the first coins minted by Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, and it features an image of August William on one side and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Today, the 4 Mariengroschen coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, and it serves as a fascinating piece of history from a time of great change and upheaval in Europe.
