1 Pfennig - Eberhard IV of Eppstein-Königstein 1520-1529 front 1 Pfennig - Eberhard IV of Eppstein-Königstein 1520-1529 back
1 Pfennig - Eberhard IV of Eppstein-Königstein 1520-1529 photo
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1 Pfennig - Eberhard IV of Eppstein-Königstein

 
Silver - 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Eppstein-Königstein (Counts of Königstein, German States)
Count
Eberhard IV (1481-1535)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1520-1529
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#175725
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin featuring Eberhard IV of Eppstein-Königstein is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued during the reign of Eberhard IV, who was a powerful count and played a significant role in the politics of the region. The coin's silver content and its minting during this time period make it a valuable and interesting piece for collectors and historians.