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© Sincona AG
½ Pfennig ND
| Billon | 0.25 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | City of Fribourg |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1435-1500 |
| Value | ½ Pfennig = 1 Maille (1⁄448) |
| Currency | Denier (1422-1446, 1447-1475) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Comment
Actual years of mintage are unknown. The date range listed below is best guess.Interesting fact
The ½ Pfennig coin from the City of Fribourg, made of Billon and weighing 0.25g, is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic change in Europe. The 15th century saw the rise of city-states and the emergence of new trade routes, which led to an increased demand for small denomination coins like the ½ Pfennig. This coin was likely used for everyday transactions and would have been an important part of the local economy in Fribourg during that time.