© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
4 Mariengroschen - Francis William of Wartenberg
| Silver | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Osnabrück (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Francis William of Wartenberg (Franz Wilhelm von Wartenberg) (1625-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1656-1657 |
| Value | 4 Mariengroschen (⅑) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#237288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
3-line inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETT - NOVA - ARGENTEA.
IIII / MARI(E) / GRO(S)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mariengroschen coin from the Bishopric of Osnabrück is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This shield was not present on earlier issues of the coin, and its inclusion on the 1656-1657 issue was likely done to signify the coin's official status as a circulating currency.
