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1 Pfennig - Frederick II Hagenau ND
| Silver | 0.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Holy Roman Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II (1212-1250) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1212-1250 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier (843-1385) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#124882 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wall with arches and towers.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Holy Roman Empire featuring Frederick II (Hagenau) is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in Europe. Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, was the King of the Romans and the Holy Roman Emperor from 1220 to 1250. During his reign, he sought to centralize power and establish a strong, imperial system of government, which led to conflicts with the Church and the nobility. Despite these challenges, Frederick II was successful in expanding the empire's territories and promoting economic growth, which led to the minting of coins like the 1 Pfennig. The coin's silver content and relatively low denomination made it a widely used and accessible form of currency during this time.
