1 Pfennig - Gerhard of Schwarzburg ND (1396-1400) front 1 Pfennig - Gerhard of Schwarzburg ND (1396-1400) back
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1 Pfennig - Gerhard of Schwarzburg ND

 
Silver 0.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Gerhard of Schwarzburg (1372-1400)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1396-1400
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.41 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#162392
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features an image of Gerhard of Schwarzburg, who was the Bishop of Würzburg from 1396 to 1400. This coin was minted during his episcopacy, and it is believed that the image of Gerhard on the coin was meant to promote his authority and influence in the region. Despite being a small denomination coin, the 1 Pfennig coin made of silver is a rare and valuable collector's item today, with only a few examples known to exist in good condition.