½ Pfennig - Henry LXII 1841 front ½ Pfennig - Henry LXII 1841 back
½ Pfennig - Henry LXII 1841 photo
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½ Pfennig - Henry LXII

1841 year
Copper - 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Reuss Younger Line (Reuss-Schleiz, German States)
Prince
Henry LXII (Heinrich LXII) (1818-1854)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1841
Value
½ Pfennig (1⁄720)
Currency
Thaler (1806-1868)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#47465
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Value and date.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
½
PFENNIG
1841
A

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Pfennig coin from the Principality of Reuss Younger Line is that it was minted during a time of economic struggle for the region. The Principality was facing financial difficulties, and the coin was minted as a way to address these issues. Despite the challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, making it a valuable collector's item today.