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1 Pfennig - Ernest I

1808 year
Billon - 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States)
Duke
Ernest I (Ernst I) (1806-1826)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1808
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄384)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1763-1826)
Composition
Billon
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#322018
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

3-line inscription with date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
PFENIG
1808

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, minted in 1808 during the reign of Ernest I, is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, and it was valued for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The use of Billon in the production of coins was a cost-effective way for the mint to produce a large number of coins without using pure silver or gold, which were more expensive metals at the time. This coin is a unique piece of history that provides insight into the economic and monetary systems of the German States during the early 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1808  1401274 - - - - - -

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