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1 Pfennig - Gerlach of Nassau ND
| Silver | 0.59 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Gerlach of Nassau (1346-1371) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1346-1371 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.59 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#106994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mainz arms with surrounding legend.
Script: Latin
Comment
Slg. Walther 74Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz 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 Gerlach of Nassau, who was the Archbishop of Mainz from 1346 to 1371. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.59 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the economy in the German States during the 14th century.
