4 Mariengroschen - Frederick Ulrich 1624-1625 front 4 Mariengroschen - Frederick Ulrich 1624-1625 back
4 Mariengroschen - Frederick Ulrich 1624-1625 photo
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4 Mariengroschen - Frederick Ulrich

 
Silver 2.6 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1624-1625
Value
4 Mariengroschen (⅑)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#254315
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

3-line inscription with denomination in inner circle, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VON FEINEM SILBER
IIII / MARIE / GRO

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 Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the region and led to a period of economic instability. Despite this, the coinage of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel remained consistent and reliable, with the 4 Mariengroschen coin being a popular denomination among merchants and traders.