1 Pfennig - Frederick August II 1841-1854 front 1 Pfennig - Frederick August II 1841-1854 back
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1 Pfennig - Frederick August II

 
Copper 1.63 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
King
Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1836-1854)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1841-1854
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄300)
Currency
Thaler (1839-1873)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.63 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#16069
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
PFENNIG
1850
F

Edge

Plain

Comment

The coin's weight may vary 1.3-1.9 gr.

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features the portrait of Frederick August II, the King of Saxony from 1841 to 1854. The reverse of the coin features the coat of arms of Saxony, which includes a shield with the symbols of the House of Wettin, the ruling dynasty of Saxony at the time. The coat of arms is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, symbolizing strength and durability. This coin is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The 1840s and 1850s saw the rise of nationalism and liberalism, as well as the Revolutions of 1848, which had a significant impact on the German states. Despite these challenges, the Kingdom of Saxony remained a stable and prosperous state, and the 1 Pfennig coin remains a testament to the country's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1841  492000 - - - - - -
1842  323000 - - - - - -
1843  1115000 - - - - - -
1846  450000 - - - - - -
1847  546000 - - - - - -
1848  1447000 - - - - - -
1849  783000 - - - - - -
1850  815000 - - - - - -
1851  1556000 - - - - - -
1852  918000 - - - - - -
1853  1164000 - - - - - -
1854  548000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pfennig - Frederick August II 1841-1854 coin.