© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
Weissgroschen - Matthias II Prague
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Matthias II (1611-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1613-1619 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#107425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, Austria-Burgundy arms on breast, date in legend
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Prev. KM#1383.Mintmark:
(l) Crescent under star - mintmaster Benedikt Huebiner
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Weissgroschen - Matthias II (Prague) 1613-1619 coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Emperor Matthias II, who sought to stabilize the economy and strengthen trade within the empire. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and the Bohemian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the unity and power of the empire. Despite the challenges of the time, the Weissgroschen coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the 17th century, and its legacy can still be seen in the numismatic collections of today.
