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1 Pfennig - John Jakob Blarer of Watensee
1621 year| Copper | 0.98 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Prince-provostry of Ellwangen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Provost | John Jacob Blarer of Wartensee (1621-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1621 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.98 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#169955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✿I✿
PFEN
NING
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Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from the Prince-Provostry of Ellwangen, featuring John Jakob Blarer of Watensee, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age and historical significance. It was minted in 1621, during a time of great political and economic change in the German States, and its design reflects the influences of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The coin's obverse features an image of Blarer, a prominent figure in the region, while the reverse bears the coat of arms of the Prince-Provostry of Ellwangen. Despite its small size and relatively low denomination, this coin is a valuable piece of history that offers a glimpse into the economic and cultural developments of early 17th-century Germany.