1 Pfennig - Ernest II 1847-1856 front 1 Pfennig - Ernest II 1847-1856 back
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1 Pfennig - Ernest II

 
Copper 1.63 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha (German States)
Duke
Ernest II (Ernst II) (1844-1893)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1847-1856
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄300)
Currency
Thaler (1841-1870)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.63 g
Diameter
16 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#16075
Rarity index
51%

Reverse

Value. Below date, curved Pfennig

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* SCHEIDE-MÜNZE *
1
PFENNIG
10 EINEN GROSCHEN

Edge

Plain

Comment

Ernest II (Life: 1818 – 1893) was the sovereign duke of the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, reigning from 1844 to 1893

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, minted during the reign of Ernest II (1847-1856), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the duchy, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was a common motif in coins of the German States during that period, symbolizing the unity and strength of the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1847 F 207000 - - - - - -
1851 F 59000 - - - - - -
1852 F 201000 - - - - - -
1856 F 600000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pfennig - Ernest II 1847-1856 coin.