1 Pfenning 1802-1805 front 1 Pfenning 1802-1805 back
1 Pfenning 1802-1805 photo
© David E. Anderson

1 Pfenning

 
Copper - 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Rostock (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1802-1805
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#238967
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials, two 5-petalled flowers to upper sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1 PFENNING 1802 F.L.

Comment

Mintmaster FL - Friedrich Lautersack (1796-1802)
Mintmaster A.I.B. - Andreas Joachim Brand (1805 - 1815)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfenning coin from the City of Rostock (German States) made of Copper is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on trade and commerce in the region. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin still maintains a high level of detail and craftsmanship, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and engravers who created it.