1 Pfennig - Eric II of Brunswick-Grubenhagen ND
| Silver | 0.22 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Osnabrück (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Eric of Brunswick-Grubenhagen (Erich von Braunschweig-Grubenhagen) (1508-1532) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1508-1532 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄252) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.22 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#235515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Osnabrück, minted during the reign of Eric II of Brunswick-Grubenhagen (1508-1532), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was also relatively small, weighing only 0.22 grams, making it a compact and portable form of currency. Additionally, the fact that it was a standard circulation coin suggests that it was widely used and circulated among the people of the German States during that time period.
