1 Groschen - Adolphus XIII

Đơn vị phát hành Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg, County of
Năm 1589-1601
Loại Standard circulation coin
Mệnh giá 1 Groschen = 1⁄24 Thaler
Tiền tệ Thaler
Chất liệu Silver
Trọng lượng 1.80 g
Đường kính 22.5 mm
Độ dày 0.85 mm
Hình dạng Round
Kỹ thuật
Hướng Variable alignment ↺
Nghệ nhân khắc
Lưu hành đến
Tài liệu tham khảo MB#12, Lange#823
Mô tả mặt trước 4-fold arms with central shield of Schaumburg.
Chữ viết mặt trước Latin
Chữ khắc mặt trước AD(OL). D. G. C(O). HO(L)(I). S(C). E. S(T). D. (I.) G(H).
Mô tả mặt sau Imperial orb with Z4 divides date.
Chữ viết mặt sau Latin
Chữ khắc mặt sau RVDOL. II. (D.G.) RO(M). I(M)(P). S(E)(M). A(V)(G).
Cạnh Smooth
Xưởng đúc
Số lượng đúc 1589 - (15)89 -
1589 AS - (15)89 -
1590 AS - (15)90 -
1592 - (15)9z -
1593 - (15)93 -
1594 - (15)94 -
1595 - (15)95 -
1596 - (15)96 -
1599 - (15)99 -
1600 - (1)600 -
1601 - (1)601 -
ID Numisquare 1590804870
Thông tin bổ sung

Historical Context: This 1 Groschen, issued 1589-1601, originates from the County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg under Count Adolphus XIII (reigned 1576-1601). As a minor principality within the Holy Roman Empire, Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg exercised its sovereign right to mint coinage. This was a crucial assertion of autonomy amidst shifting political alliances and post-Reformation religious tensions. Such issues facilitated local commerce and served as a tangible representation of the Count's authority and legitimacy.

Artistry: The Groschen's design reflects the prevailing late Renaissance numismatic style in German territories. While the specific engraver is typically anonymous, the artistry usually features a dignified, armored bust of Count Adolphus XIII on the obverse, often facing right, encircled by his Latin titles. The reverse commonly displays the complex dynastic arms of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg, quartered with various family claims, along with the date. The overall aesthetic balances heraldic precision with the practical requirements of a circulating medium.

Technical/Grading: Struck in silver (1.80g, 22.5mm), this coin was produced using traditional hammer-striking methods. Key high-points for grading include the highest relief areas of the Count's effigy (e.g., hair, nose, helmet details) and the intricate elements of the heraldic shield on the reverse. Due to the manufacturing process, examples frequently exhibit irregular flan shapes, minor off-center strikes, and areas of flatness. Well-preserved specimens show clear legends and strong central design definition.

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