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1 Denier, 1 Pfennig - Ferdinand Charles Type
| Copper | 1.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | County of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rochefort (Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rochefort, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ferdinand Charles (Ferdinand Karl) (1644-1672) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1645-1649 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1611-1803) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#54170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two fleur de lys over a 5 petal rose insidea circle, legend with date surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ DENIER.DE.CVGNON.1649 (1)
+ DENIER.TOVRNOIS.1649 (2)
+ DENIR.TOVRNOIS.1649 (3)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, known as the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the economy and coinage of many German states, including the County of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rochefort, where this coin was minted. Despite the challenges of this period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the resilience and skill of the mint masters and artisans who created it.
