4 Mariengroschen - Charles William Ferdinand 1787-1789 front 4 Mariengroschen - Charles William Ferdinand 1787-1789 back
4 Mariengroschen - Charles William Ferdinand 1787-1789 photo
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4 Mariengroschen - Charles William Ferdinand

 
Silver 2.2 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Charles II William Ferdinand (Karl II Wilhelm Ferdinand) (1780-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1787-1789
Value
4 Mariengroschen (⅑)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#312401
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Wildman

Script: Latin

Lettering:
D . G . DVX . BRVNSVIC . ET . LVNEBVRG
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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 Charles William Ferdinand, who was a member of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family that ruled several German states. The coin's silver content and relatively low denomination made it a widely used currency among the general population, and it remained in circulation for many years after its minting. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today, with some rare variations selling for high prices at auction.