1 Pfennig - William IX 1815 front 1 Pfennig - William IX 1815 back
1 Pfennig - William IX 1815 photo

1 Pfennig - William IX

1815 year
Copper - 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Hesse (Province of Schaumburg-Hessen, Hesse-Cassel)
Prince elector
William I (1803-1807, 1813-1821)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1815
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler (1803-1840)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#29321
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

4-line inscription with date, rosette below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*I*
GUTER
PFENNIG
1815
*

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the Electorate of Hesse, featuring William IX, is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of William IX, while the reverse side bears the coat of arms of the Electorate of Hesse. This design was used for coins minted between 1815 and 1837, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin. Additionally, the use of copper as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a relatively inexpensive and durable metal.