1 Pfennig - Frederick III ND (1498-1499) front 1 Pfennig - Frederick III ND (1498-1499) back
1 Pfennig - Frederick III ND (1498-1499) photo
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1 Pfennig - Frederick III ND

 
Silver 0.3 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick III the Wise (Friedrich III) (1486-1525)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1498-1499
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler (1485-1573)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.3 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (Uniface)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#346169
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Götz# 3917, 3918

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Ernestinian Line) is that it features an image of Frederick III, who was the Elector of Saxony from 1486 until his death in 1525. He was a significant figure in German history, known for his role in the Protestant Reformation and his support for Martin Luther. The coin's design, which includes Frederick's portrait and the coat of arms of Saxony, reflects the political and religious influences of the time.