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1 Pfennig - William II
| Copper | 2.46 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Province of Schaumburg-Hessen, Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William II (1821-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1824-1830 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.46 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#41996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*I*
GUTER
PFENNIG
1830
*
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from the Electorate of Hesse (Province of Schaumburg-Hessen, Hesse-Cassel) made of Copper weighing 2.46g is that it was minted during the reign of William II, who was the last Elector of Hesse-Kassel and the first King of the Kingdom of Hanover. This coin was minted in 1824-1830, a time of great change and political upheaval in Europe, and it serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
