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1 Pfennig "Ewiger pfennig" - Otto of Lonsdorf ND
| Silver | 0.62 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Passau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Otto of Lonsdorf (1254-1265) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1254-1265 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Griffon.
Comment
Ewiger pfennigs, or Eternal Pfennigs, were minted by towns who wanted to stabilize their currencies and avoid devaluations that lead to large losses to the benefit of the state rulers. Otto von Lonsdorf introduced them in Passau. Passau was a Prince Bishopric of the Holy Roman Empire (999-1803).Coin referenced in Luschin von Ebengreuth as #263:
The obverse is what is still today the coat of arms of Passau.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig "Ewiger pfennig" coin from the Bishopric of Passau is that it features an image of Otto of Lonsdorf, who was the Bishop of Passau from 1254 to 1265. This coin was minted during his episcopacy and bears his name and title on the obverse side, making it a unique piece of history from the German States.
