1 Pfennig - Berthold of Leiningen ND (1258-1285) front 1 Pfennig - Berthold of Leiningen ND (1258-1285) back
1 Pfennig - Berthold of Leiningen ND (1258-1285) photo
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1 Pfennig - Berthold of Leiningen ND

 
Silver 0.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Bamberg (German States)
Bishop
Berthold of Leiningen (Berthold von Leiningen) (1257-1285)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1258-1285
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.41 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#105421
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Bamberg is that it features a unique design, with a crowned bust of Berthold of Leiningen on one side and a cross with a crescent moon on the other. This design was used during Berthold's reign as Bishop of Bamberg from 1258 to 1285. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.41 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.