1 Pfennig "Schwarzpfennig" - Louis III, John of Neumarkt and Otto I ND (1443-1460) front 1 Pfennig "Schwarzpfennig" - Louis III, John of Neumarkt and Otto I ND (1443-1460) back
1 Pfennig "Schwarzpfennig" - Louis III, John of Neumarkt and Otto I ND (1443-1460) photo
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1 Pfennig "Schwarzpfennig" - Louis III, John of Neumarkt and Otto I ND

 
Silver 0.47 g -
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Louis III the Bearded (1410-1436)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1443-1460
Value
1 Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.47 g
Size
13.8 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#170246
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Letters AM within circle.

Lettering: AM

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig "Schwarzpfennig" coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Palatinate region of Germany. The coin was issued by Louis III, John of Neumarkt, and Otto I, who were all influential leaders in the region during the 15th century. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.