© eRBe56
© eRBe56
1 Pfenning - George II
| Copper | 2.79 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George II (Georg II) (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1730-1760 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.79 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*I*
PFENNING
SCHEIDE
MVNTZ
1737
Edge
Plain
Comment
Obverse
KM# 215.2 with small trees in background
KM# 215.1 without small trees
Reverse
KM# 215.1 with small letters
KM# 215.2 with large letters
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfenning coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) made of Copper weighing 2.79 g was minted during the reign of George II (1730-1760) and features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of the region on the other. What's interesting is that this coin was part of a series of coins minted during George II's reign that were designed to standardize currency across the German states. Prior to this, each region had its own unique currency, which often made trade and commerce difficult. The introduction of this standardized coinage helped to simplify transactions and promote economic growth in the region.
