1 Pfennig - Frederick III
| Billon | - | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1732-1772) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1753-1760 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1826) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#92596 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
H. S. G. V. A. L. M. in curve at top.
Lettering:
1
PFENNIG
H·S·G·V·A·L·M·
1757·
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the German States during the 18th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable to produce and circulate. The use of Billon in coinage also helped to reduce the risk of counterfeiting, as it was more difficult to fake the unique composition of the alloy.
