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1 Pfenning - Frederick William IV
| Copper | 1.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1843-1845 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄360) |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#10406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Face value and year in three lines, legend above and letter of workshop in the exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHEIDE MUNZE
1
PFENNING
1845
A
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfenning coin from the Kingdom of Prussia, minted during the reign of Frederick William IV (1843-1845), was the first coin to feature the iconic Prussian eagle on its obverse side. This design change marked a significant shift in Prussian coinage, as previous coins had featured the portrait of the ruling king or queen. The introduction of the Prussian eagle symbolized the growing importance of nationalism and patriotism in Prussia during the 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1844 A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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