1 Pfennig "Buchstabenpfennig" ND
| Silver | 0.62 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 | 0.62 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167269 |
|---|---|
| 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" (representing Hildesheim) are visible in the center of the coin, surrounded by a series of cryptic symbols and letters that were used to authenticate the coin's authenticity. This feature makes the coin particularly interesting to collectors and historians who study medieval coinage and cryptography.