© B.J. Herbison (CC BY)
© B.J. Herbison (CC BY)
1 Pfennig "Judenpfennig"
| Copper | 1.12 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1372-1866) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1817-1819 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#356066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+I+
PFENNIG.
1819
Edge
Plain
Comment
JuF only lists a date of 1819.The token exists with and without the dot after PFENNIG.
Interesting fact
The "Judenpfennig" coin from the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt (German States) is interesting because it was used as a form of currency within the Jewish community during a time of economic hardship and restrictions on Jewish rights. The coin was minted between 1817 and 1819 and was made of copper, weighing 1.12 grams. Despite its small denomination, the coin holds significant historical value as a symbol of resilience and resourcefulness within the Jewish community during a challenging period.
