6 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August 1668-1682 front 6 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August 1668-1682 back
6 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August 1668-1682 photo
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6 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August

 
Silver 3.5 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1668-1682
Value
6 Mariengroschen (⅙)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#299624
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Comment

Version with the Number denomation "6" beside the wild man:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of Rudolph August, the ruler of the principality, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. This coin was minted during Rudolph August's reign from 1668 to 1682 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. Despite being made of silver and weighing only 3.5 grams, it was an important part of the local economy during that time.