1 Pfennig - Theodoric I Schenk of Erbach ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Theodoric I (Dietrich I) (1434-1459) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1454-1459 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Joint coinage of Pfalz and MainzInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it features an image of Theodoric I Schenk of Erbach, who was a powerful prince-elector and archbishop in the 15th century. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1454 to 1459. Despite being a relatively small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. This suggests that the coin was intended to be a symbol of the archbishopric's wealth and power.
