© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Groschen Siege coinage; countermarked
1577 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Danzig (Polish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen Báthory (1576-1586) |
| Period | Danzig rebellion (1575-1577) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1577 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1 Grosz) |
| Currency | First Złoty (1577) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Comment
CountermarkedKopicki 7406 / 7407 / 7408
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1577 Siege coinage Groschen from the City of Danzig (Polish States) made of Silver is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the region. The coin was minted during a siege of the city by Swedish forces, and its production was likely a response to the shortage of currency caused by the war. The countermark on the coin, which features the letters "S" and "G," represents the city's coat of arms and serves as a symbol of its resilience and determination during this difficult period. Despite the challenges of its production, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resourcefulness of the people of Danzig during times of conflict.
