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© Teutoburger Münzauktion
6 Mariengroschen - Charles William Ferdinand
| Silver | 3.2 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II William Ferdinand (Karl II Wilhelm Ferdinand) (1780-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1781-1784 |
| Value | 6 Mariengroschen (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#312031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wildman with tree in left hand
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D.G.DVX.BRVNSVIC.ET LVNEBVRG
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 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 prominent figure in the German Enlightenment and a proponent of liberal economic policies. The coin's silver content and relatively low denomination made it a widely used and accessible form of currency for the general population, and its design featured an image of the prince on one side and the coat of arms of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel on the other. Despite its relatively small size and value, the 6 Mariengroschen coin played an important role in the economy of the time and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
