© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Pfennig - John George IV
1692 year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Prince elector | John George IV (Johann Georg IV.) (1691-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1692 |
| Year | 1692 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Currency | Thaler (1493-1805) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#188462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Initials divided at bottom.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the German States during the 17th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable to produce and circulate. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still features a detailed design, including an image of John George IV on one side and the coat of arms of Saxony on the other. This coin is a great example of how even seemingly ordinary coins can have interesting stories and historical significance.
