© Tallarian
© Tallarian
1 Pfennig - Frederick August I
| Copper | 1.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1806-1827) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1811-1825 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler (1806-1839) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 0.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#56887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Denomination above date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
I
PFENNIG
1811
H.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features the portrait of Frederick August I, who was the King of Saxony from 1806 until his death in 1827. The coin was minted during his reign, specifically between 1811 and 1825. The portrait was designed by the engraver Johann Gottfried Schadow, who was a prominent artist of the time. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the king's authority and power, and it was used widely throughout the kingdom during his reign.
