1 Pfenning 1740 front 1 Pfenning 1740 back
1 Pfenning 1740 photo
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1 Pfenning

1740 year
Copper 1.0 g 18.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1740
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.0 g
Diameter
18.8 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#239775
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

3-line inscription with decorative frame with denomination and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
✥ Ⅰ ✥
PFENNING
1740

Comment

Further information about Münster Cathedral or St.-Paulus-Dom is included into the description of 3 Pfenning, see the link below.

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfenning coin from the Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States) made of Copper weighing 1.0 g is interesting because it is one of the smallest coins ever produced, with a diameter of only 13mm. Despite its small size, it was still used as a means of payment in the German States during the 18th century.