© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
Weissgroschen - Maximilian II Budweis
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1577 |
| Value | 1 Groschen (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#94675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, Austria-Burgundy arms on breast, date in legend
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mintmark:(bc) Dogs head left in circle - mintmaster Tobias Gebhardt
A copper strike also exists (Dietiker#179 for 1575 and 1577).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Weissgroschen - Maximilian II (Budweis) 1573-1577 from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it was used as a means of payment for the construction of the Budweis Castle in the 16th century.
