6 Mariengroschen - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich
1693 year| Silver | 4.77 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 | 4.77 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259048 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
4-line central inscription with denomination and mintmasters initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA NOVA BRUNS & LU 1693
Field:
VI
MARIEN
GROSCH
HCxH
Comment
The same coin type exists as Welter 2093a with an additional "1/6" under the horse.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. The coin bears the portraits of Rudolph August, the reigning duke at the time of its minting, and his brother Anthony Ulrich, who was the Bishop of Halberstadt. This double portrait design was a rare feature in coins of that era, making it a distinctive and interesting aspect of this particular coin.
