1 Pfenning 1793-1797 front 1 Pfenning 1793-1797 back
1 Pfenning 1793-1797 photo

1 Pfenning

 
Copper 1.58 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Rostock (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1793-1797
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.58 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#66298
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

4-line inscription with value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: *I* // PFENNING // .1793. // .FHB.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pfenning coin from the City of Rostock (German States) made of Copper weighing 1.58g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the late 18th century, a period marked by the rise of industrialization, trade, and urbanization. The City of Rostock, located in the northern German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, was an important trading center during this time, and the coin was likely used in everyday transactions by merchants and traders. Despite its small denomination, the coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and cultural developments of the time.