4 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August 1675-1683 front 4 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August 1675-1683 back
4 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August 1675-1683 photo
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4 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August

 
Silver 2 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1683
Value
4 Mariengroschen (⅑)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#299695
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

3-line inner inscription with denomination, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REMIGIO ALTISSIMI
IIII / MARIE / GROS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was minted during the reign of Rudolph August, who ruled the principality from 1675 to 1683. During his reign, Rudolph August implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the local economy and promote trade. The 4 Mariengroschen coin was a key part of this system, and it remained in circulation for many years, becoming a popular and trusted form of currency in the region.