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1 Pfennig - Maximilian I St Veit
| Billon | 0.35 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximilian I (1486-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1515-1518 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.35 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Smooth (uniface)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Also Egg 27 to 30 (Erich Egg, Die Münzen Kaiser Maximilans I).Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1515 and 1518, features an image of Maximilian I, also known as St. Veit. This coin is made of Billon, a metal alloy composed of copper, silver, and other metals, and weighs only 0.35 grams. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin is a fascinating piece of history, especially for collectors interested in the Austrian Empire and its coinage.
