1 Pfenning - George II
| Copper | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George II (Georg II) (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1729-1739 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#98365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* I *
PFENNING
SCHEIDE
MUNTZ
1734
Comment
1729 variant:
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfenning coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover, made of copper, features an image of George II on one side and a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the four regions on the other. This coin was minted during George II's reign from 1729 to 1739 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. It's interesting to note that the coin's design was meant to symbolize the unity of the four regions under one ruler, showcasing the power and influence of the House of Hanover during that time.
