1 Pfennig - Gerhard ND (1297-1328) front 1 Pfennig - Gerhard ND (1297-1328) back
1 Pfennig - Gerhard ND (1297-1328) photo
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1 Pfennig - Gerhard ND

 
Silver 0.80 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Jülich (Jülich, German States)
Count
Gerhard V (1297-1329)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1297-1328
Value
1 Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.80 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#195092
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Lonf cross.

Lettering:
IN/NOH/INE/DNI
I/V/L/E

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the County of Jülich is that it features a unique design, with a crowned lion on the obverse (front) side, and a cross on the reverse (back) side. This design was used during the reign of Gerhard, who was the Count of Jülich from 1297 to 1328. The use of a lion on the coin may have been a symbol of strength and power, while the cross may have represented the Christian faith. The fact that the coin was made of silver also suggests that it was a valuable and important form of currency at the time.