1 Pfennig - Anthony of Rotenhan ND
Silver | 0.3 g | - |
Issuer | Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) |
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Prince-bishop | Anthony of Rotenhan (Anton von Rotenhan) (1431-1459) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1431-1459 |
Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
Currency | Denier |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.3 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#105795 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Bamberg, made of silver and weighing 0.3g, is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Anthony of Rotenhan, who was a powerful bishop and prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire in the 15th century. Despite being a small denomination coin, it was made of precious silver, indicating the wealth and influence of the Bishopric of Bamberg at the time.