1 Dicker Penning - Edzard II, Christoph and John ND (1563-1566) front 1 Dicker Penning - Edzard II, Christoph and John ND (1563-1566) back
1 Dicker Penning - Edzard II, Christoph and John ND (1563-1566) photo
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1 Dicker Penning - Edzard II, Christoph and John ND

 
Silver 7 g -
Description
Issuer
County of East Frisia (East Frisia, German States)
Count
Edzard II (1561-1599) John II (1561-1591) Christopher (Christoph) (1561-1566)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1563-1566
Value
1 Dicker Penning (⅕)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
7 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#352211
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

East Friesland arms in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DA * PACE * DO * IN * DIEBVS * NOSTR

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dicker Penning coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the County of East Frisia. The county was facing economic difficulties and political instability, and the issuance of this coin was a attempt to address these issues. Despite the challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people of East Frisia.