6 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich
1693 year| Silver | 5.56 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1693 |
| Value | 6 Mariengroschen (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.56 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#245483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
4-line central inscription with denomination, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NACH DEN LEIPZIGER FUS 1693
HC X H
Comment
This coin is very likely a hybrid out of Welter 2093 (Obvers) and Welter 2095 A (Revers)
(The denomation "1/6" under the leaping horse is missing)
2095A: N#231701
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Mariengroschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich. This double portrait was a common feature on coins of the time, symbolizing the unity and cooperation between the two rulers.
