1 Pfennig 1632-1655 front 1 Pfennig 1632-1655 back
1 Pfennig 1632-1655 photo
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1 Pfennig

 
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
City of Hamelin (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1632-1655
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄252)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137566
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3-line inscription with denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering: I / STAT / PEN

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the City of Hamelin (German States) made of Copper, issued between 1632 and 1655, features an interesting design element - a stylized image of a hammer, which represents the city's coat of arms and symbolizes the city's long history as a center of trade and commerce.