1 Pfennig - Charles William Frederick 1754-1757 front 1 Pfennig - Charles William Frederick 1754-1757 back
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1 Pfennig - Charles William Frederick

 
Silver 0.33 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Charles William Frederick (Karl Wilhelm Friedrich) (1729-1757)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1754-1757
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.33 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#232216
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Mintmaster - Johann Jacob Ebenauer

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was issued during the reign of Charles William Frederick, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach from 1754 to 1757. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a deliberate choice, as it was a symbol of wealth and power, and it was also more resistant to wear and tear than other metals. This coin's unique blend of history, rarity, and craftsmanship makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.