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6 Mariengroschen - Ernest August
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Ernest Augustus (Ernst August) (1679-1698) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1689 |
| Value | 6 Mariengroschen (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Denomination in the center, date and legend around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*SOLA BONA QUÆ HONESTA·1689
*VI*
MARIE:
GROS:
***
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Mariengroschen coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Ernest August, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg from 1680 to 1689. During his reign, Ernest August implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the local economy and increase trade in the region. The 6 Mariengroschen coin was a key part of this new system, and it remained in circulation for many years, becoming a popular and trusted form of currency among merchants and traders.
