4 Mariengroschen - Frederick William of Westfalen 1763 front 4 Mariengroschen - Frederick William of Westfalen 1763 back
4 Mariengroschen - Frederick William of Westfalen 1763 photo
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4 Mariengroschen - Frederick William of Westfalen

1763 year
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States)
Prince-bishop
Frederick William of Westphalia (Friedrich Wilhelm von Westphalen) (1763-1789)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1763
Value
4 Mariengroschen (⅑)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#157895
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

4-line central inscription with denomination and date, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Mariengroschen coin from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it features an image of Frederick William of Westfalen, who was the Bishop of Hildesheim from 1763 to 1789. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Hildesheim. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a standard circulation coin from the German States during the 18th century.