1 Pfennig - Charles VI Graz
| Billon | 0.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1728-1740 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#166475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Uniface coin, blank.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1728 and 1740, is that it was made of a material called "Billon." Billon is an alloy of copper and silver, which was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. The use of Billon in coinage was a cost-effective way to produce coins, as it was less expensive than using pure silver or gold. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the 1 Pfennig coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
