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1 Pfennig - Louis IV Upper Bavaria ND
| Silver | 0.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Upper Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Louis IV (1301-1340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1314-1347 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#228134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spread eagle facing, head turned left
Edge
Rough
Comment
Most likely Ludwig IV minted his coins alongside his brother Rudolf.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig - Louis IV (Upper Bavaria) ND (1314-1347) coin is that it was minted during the reign of Louis IV, also known as Louis the Bavarian, who was the Duke of Upper Bavaria from 1314 to 1347. He was a member of the Wittelsbach dynasty and played a significant role in the history of Bavaria and the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design likely reflects the influences of the time, including the Gothic style and the use of silver as a symbol of wealth and power.