1 Pfennig - Philip V ND (1590-1596) front 1 Pfennig - Philip V ND (1590-1596) back
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1 Pfennig - Philip V ND

 
Silver 0.39 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States)
Count
Philip V (1585-1599)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1590-1596
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄576)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.39 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#406465
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The County of Hanau-Lichtenberg was a small territory located in the present-day state of Hesse, Germany, and it was known for its rich silver deposits. The minting of this coin, which was made of silver, reflects the region's economic prosperity and the importance of trade during that time. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of Philip V, who was the Count of Hanau-Lichtenberg from 1590 to 1596, and his portrait on the coin signifies the political influence and power of the ruling family during that era.