1 Pfennig - Henry II ND (1270-1290) front 1 Pfennig - Henry II ND (1270-1290) back
1 Pfennig - Henry II ND (1270-1290) photo
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1 Pfennig - Henry II ND

 
Silver 0.78 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Regensburg (German States)
Bishop
Henry II of Rotteneck (1277-1296)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1270-1290
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.78 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#425806
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Standing bishop facing, holding a crosier in his left hand, his right hand raised; to his right standing duke facing, holding a sword in his right hand, his left hand raised. Line circle. Rosette border.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Regensburg is that it features a unique design, with a crowned bust of Henry II on one side and a cross with a crescent moon on the other. This design was used specifically for coins minted during Henry II's reign, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.