© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Guter Pfennig - Frederick III
| Copper | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest Augustus II (Ernst August II) (1748-1758) |
| Regent | Frederick III of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (Friedrich III von Sachsen-Gotha-Altenburg) (1748-1755) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1750-1755 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Thaler (1741-1870) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#65708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with date and denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* 1 *
GUTER
PFENNIG
F.S.E.O.V.L.M.
1751
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Guter Pfennig coin from Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach is that it features an image of Frederick III, who was the reigning duke at the time of its minting, on one side, and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the influence of the Enlightenment and the rise of modernization in Europe during the 18th century.
