1 Pfennig - Interregnum ND (1246-1251) front 1 Pfennig - Interregnum ND (1246-1251) back
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1 Pfennig - Interregnum ND

 
Silver 0.87 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Austria (Austrian States)
Period
Austrian Interregnum (1246-1251)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1246-1251
Value
Denier (Pfennig) (1)
Currency
Pfennig (976-1278)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.87 g
Size
15 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#222321
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

F in inner circle between two annulets, legend surrounding.

Lettering: IMPATO R

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Duchy of Austria (Austrian States) is that it was minted during a time of great political instability in the region. The Interregnum period, which lasted from 1246 to 1251, was a time of transition between the Hohenstaufen and Habsburg dynasties, and saw a number of different rulers and claimants to the throne. Despite this turmoil, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the 1 Pfennig coin being a standard denomination throughout the period. This coin is a testament to the resilience and continuity of the Austrian States during a time of great upheaval.