Obverse © stefandobyy – Reverse © Alexandr Prokofyev
Obverse © stefandobyy – Reverse © Alexandr Prokofyev
1 Pfennig - Charles Wolfgang and Louis XV
| Silver | 0.25 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Öttingen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles Wolfgang (Karl Wolfgang) (1522-1549) Louis XIV (Ludwig XIV) (1520-1548) Louis XV (Ludwig XV) (1522-1557) Martin (1520-1549) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1530-1534 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Plain
Edge
Plain
Comment
1530Obv.: all 4 digits in date: 1530.
Mass 0.36 g.
Picture: © Images courtesy of Alexandr Prokofyev
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from Öttingen (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.25g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great historical significance. Charles Wolfgang and Louis XV ruled during the Renaissance period, an era of cultural and artistic rebirth in Europe. This coin was likely used in everyday transactions during this time, making it a tangible piece of history that connects us to the past.
