1 Pfennig - Leopold I (Graz) 1676-1693 front 1 Pfennig - Leopold I (Graz) 1676-1693 back
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1 Pfennig - Leopold I Graz

 
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Archduke
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1676-1693
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄240)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#85385
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Uniface coin, blank.

Edge

Plain

Comment

The ornementations vary, and the rhombus may be simple or double.

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features an image of Emperor Leopold I, while the reverse features the coat of arms of the Habsburg dynasty, which was the ruling dynasty of the Austrian Empire at the time. The coat of arms includes a double-headed eagle, which symbolizes the unity of the Holy Roman Empire and the Austrian Empire. The use of Billon as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a cost-effective way to produce coins while still maintaining their durability.