8 Groschen - Jost Christian and Christof Louis II
1739 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jost Christian (1704-1739) Christopher Louis II (Christoph Ludwig II) (1738-1761) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1739 |
| Value | 8 Groschen (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#166954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stag left in front of column.
Lettering: GOTT SEEGNE UND ERHALTE UNSERE BERGWERCKE.
Interesting fact
The 8 Groschen coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg, minted in 1739, features a unique double portrait of Jost Christian and Christof Louis II, the co-ruling counts of the region. This coin is notable for its rare double portrait design, which was not commonly used in coinage during that time period.
