1½ Pfennig - Ernest III 1620 front 1½ Pfennig - Ernest III 1620 back
1½ Pfennig - Ernest III 1620 photo
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1½ Pfennig - Ernest III

1620 year
Copper 0.68 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States)
Count
Ernest (Ernst) (1601-1622)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1620
Value
1½ Pfennig (1⁄168)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.68 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137411
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dots at each side of square with value '1-1/2'.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1½ Pfennig coin from County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg is that it was issued during the reign of Ernest III, who was the Count of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg from 1622 to 1635. During his rule, he implemented various economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which included the 1½ Pfennig coin made of copper. This coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions and was widely used by the people of the county. Despite its small denomination, the coin holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.