© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1 Pfennig - Albert de Brandebourg
| Billon | 0.32 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Albert I (Albrecht I) (1525-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1559-1563 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄576) |
| Currency | Thaler (1525-1701) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.32 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#135222 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Prussian spread eagle, head to the right, bearing an S in the heart (Sigismund)
Edge
Plain
Comment
1 Pfennig (Denar) = 1/3 Schilling = 1/18 GroschenMinted at the Königsberg mint.
The year 1558, listed in the SCWC, does not appear to exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig - Albert de Brandebourg 1559-1563 coin from Duchy of Prussia (German States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. This coin, in particular, weighs 0.32 grams and features an intricate design, showcasing the importance of precision and craftsmanship in coin-making during that time period.
