1 Pfennig - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander 1783-1791 front 1 Pfennig - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander 1783-1791 back
1 Pfennig - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander 1783-1791 photo
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1 Pfennig - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander

 
Silver 0.24 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Charles Alexander (Karl Alexander) (1757-1791)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1783-1791
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.24 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#133363
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned eagle separating date

Script: Latin

Lettering: 17 / 88

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 Christian Frederick Charles Alexander, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach from 1783 to 1791. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a deliberate choice, as it was a symbol of wealth and stability, and it was also more resistant to wear and tear than other metals. The fact that this coin was made of silver speaks to the importance of the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach as a political and economic power during this time period.