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1 Pfennig - Rupert I ND
| Silver | 0.31 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Rupert I (Ruprecht I) (1356-1390) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1360-1370 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.31 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion turned left.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it features a unique design, with a crowned lion on the obverse (front) side, and a shield with the coat of arms of the Palatinate on the reverse (back) side. This design was used during the reign of Rupert I, who was the Count Palatine of the Rhine and King of Germany from 1360 to 1370. The use of a lion on the coin was a symbol of strength and power, while the shield with the coat of arms represented the authority and legitimacy of the ruler. The fact that this coin was made of silver also speaks to the value and wealth of the Palatinate region during this time period.
