1 Pfennig 1801-1805 front 1 Pfennig 1801-1805 back
1 Pfennig 1801-1805 photo
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1 Pfennig

 
Copper 1.33 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Augsburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1276-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1801-1805
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄480)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.33 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#73626
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I
PFENNING
STADTMÜNZ
1803
*

Comment

Different Obv. version (1801)

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the Free City of Augsburg (German States) made of Copper and weighing 1.33g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on trade and commerce in the region. Despite the challenges of this period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and engravers who created it. Additionally, the coin's design features the iconic image of the Augsburg eagle, which has been a symbol of the city's power and influence for centuries. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that offers a glimpse into the economic, political, and cultural landscape of early 19th-century Europe.