© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Groschen Saint kneeling, 2d type ND
| Silver | 2.15 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1540-1646 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.15 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#365294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Stephen kneeling and praying to the left, nimbate , between two city shields, under a blessing hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ⸰ S ⸰ STEPHA ⸰ ⸰ PROTH ⸰ M
Unabridged legend: Santus Stephanus Prothomartyr
Translation: Saint Stephen protomartyr.
Comment
The second (later) type is distinguished by the modern Latin font, and lower (by about 20%) weight.iNumis dates the second type fo 1540-1646
Interesting fact
The Groschen coin from the City of Metz (French States) features a unique design of a saint kneeling, which sets it apart from other coins of its time.
