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1½ Pfenning - Christof Frederick and Jost Christian
| Copper | 3.13 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jost Christian (1704-1739) Christopher Frederick (Christoph Friedrich) (1704-1738) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1715-1722 |
| Value | 1½ Pfennig (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.13 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#145159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*I-1/2*
PFENNING
SCHEIDE
MUNTZ
(date)
Interesting fact
The 1½ Pfenning coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of Christof Frederick and Jost Christian, who ruled the county from 1715 to 1722. This was a period of rapid urbanization and trade, and the coin was likely used in everyday transactions by merchants and traders. Despite being made of copper, a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin was still carefully crafted with detailed designs and inscriptions, reflecting the importance of currency as a symbol of state power and authority.
