1 Pfennig - John III ND (1430-1458) front 1 Pfennig - John III ND (1430-1458) back
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1 Pfennig - John III ND

 
Silver 0.50 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Leuchtenberg (German States)
Landgrave
John III (Johann III) (1398-1458)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1430-1458
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.50 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#112985
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the Landgraviate of Leuchtenberg, minted during the reign of John III (1430-1458), was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. This coin was also one of the smallest silver coins minted during the Renaissance period, with a weight of only 0.50 grams. Despite its small size, it was still considered a significant denomination in the German States and was widely used in trade and commerce.