1 Pfennig - Rüdiger of Bergheim ND (1233-1249) front 1 Pfennig - Rüdiger of Bergheim ND (1233-1249) back
1 Pfennig - Rüdiger of Bergheim ND (1233-1249) photo
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1 Pfennig - Rüdiger of Bergheim ND

 
Silver 0.74 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Passau (German States)
Bishop
Rüdiger of Bergheim (1233-1249)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1233-1249
Value
1 Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.74 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#239689
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Facing bust in inner circle, 12 stars surrounding.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Passau is that it features a unique design, with a depiction of Rüdiger of Bergheim, the Bishop of Passau, on one side, and a cross on the other. This design was used during Rüdiger's reign from 1233 to 1249 and is a distinctive feature of this particular coin.