© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
8 Groschen Siege coinage
1634 year| Silver | 3.6 g | - |
| Issuer | City under siege of Minden (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1634 |
| Value | 8 Groschen (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#122298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
3-line inscription within circle with denomination. Countermark with two crossed keys.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .8. // GROS. // CHEN.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Groschen siege coin from Minden (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and scarcity. The city of Minden was under siege by Swedish forces during the Thirty Years' War, and the local mint was forced to produce emergency currency to help finance the city's defense. As a result, the 8 Groschen coin was made with silver that was likely sourced from melted down church plate and other available sources, rather than the usual official minting standards. This unique historical context adds to the coin's rarity and value among collectors today.