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Groschen - Jakob Christoph Blarer von Wartensee RVDO II IMP AVG P F DE
| Silver | 1.67 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Basel |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Jakob Christoph Blarer von Wartensee (1575-1608) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1596-1599 (1575-1608) |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1575-1793) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#113857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crown over two-headed eagle, orb on chest with value in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RVDO + II + IMP + AVG + P + F + DE +
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Groschen coin is that it was issued during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of Jakob Christoph Blarer von Wartensee, who was the Bishop of Basel from 1575 to 1608. This was a period of significant conflict between Catholic and Protestant forces, and the Bishopric of Basel was a key player in the religious conflicts of the time. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring power of art and currency.
