Obverse © Emporium Hamburg – Reverse © apuking (CC BY-SA)
Obverse © Emporium Hamburg – Reverse © apuking (CC BY-SA)
1 Pfennig - Albert of Wertheim ND
| Silver | 0.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Albert of Wertheim (Albrecht von Wertheim) (1399-1421) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1407-1421 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#264980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Bamberg is that it features an image of Albert of Wertheim, who was the Bishop of Bamberg from 1407 to 1421. This coin was minted during his episcopacy and bears his name and title on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Bamberg. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during the Middle Ages and is highly sought after by collectors today.
