1 Pfennig - Ernest I ND (1397-1406) front 1 Pfennig - Ernest I ND (1397-1406) back
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1 Pfennig - Ernest I ND

 
Silver (.500) 0.63 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Bavaria-Munich (German States)
Duke
Ernest (Ernst) (1397-1438)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1397-1406
Value
1 Pfennig
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
0.63 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round with 4 pinches
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#380152
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment


Variant with dashes instead of dots, Emmerig / Bavaria# 7.3

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from Duchy of Bavaria-Munich (German States) made of Silver (.500) weighing 0.63 g is that it was minted during the reign of Ernest I, who was the Duke of Bavaria-Munich from 1397 to 1406. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were known for their high silver content and intricate designs. The coin features an image of Ernest I on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria-Munich on the other. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.