1 Pfennig "Buchstabenpfennig" ND
| Silver | 0.40 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1362-1392 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.40 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#157313 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig "Buchstabenpfennig" coin from the City of Hildesheim is that it features a unique combination of letters and symbols on its reverse side, which were used as a form of cryptography to prevent counterfeiting. The letters "HIL" (for Hildesheim) are visible in the center of the coin, surrounded by a series of intricate symbols and patterns. This cryptographic technique was known as "Buchstabenpfennig" (meaning "letter penny" in German) and was used on several coins from different German cities during the Middle Ages.