1 Pfennig
1567 yearCopper | - | - |
Issuer | City of Werl (German States) |
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Period | Free city |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1567 |
Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄240) |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Copper |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#298704 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
'W', date above, value below
Lettering: 67
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig 1567 coin from the City of Werl (German States) made of Copper is interesting because it was issued during a time when the city was experiencing significant economic growth and trade, and the coin's design reflects this prosperity. The coin features a detailed image of the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three roses, symbolizing the city's connection to the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading federation in Northern Europe. The coin's minting was likely a way for the city to promote its economic status and showcase its wealth.