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8 Gute Groschen - Charles William Ferdinand
| Silver | 7.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II William Ferdinand (Karl II Wilhelm Ferdinand) (1780-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1805 |
| Value | 8 Gute Groschens (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value, date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XL EINE FEINE MARK CONVENTIONS M
VIII
GVTE
GROSCH:
1797
M.C.
Comment
Same coin type as this but with different coat of arms: N#312132
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Gute Groschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles William Ferdinand, who was a member of the House of Welf and ruled the principality from 1786 until his death in 1805. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and the German states were in the process of reorganizing their currencies and monetary systems. The 8 Gute Groschen coin, made of silver and weighing 7.1 grams, was a significant denomination at the time and played an important role in the local economy. Despite the changes and challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of late 18th and early 19th century Europe.
