© Medieval Coinage
© Medieval Coinage
1 Pfenning - Hieronymus von Colloredo
| Copper | 1.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Hieronymus von Colloredo (1772-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1783-1784 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65508 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value in arabic digit, and date in a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
PFEN
NING
1784
Comment
According to Krause this coins exists for 1783. For Zöttl, it is only 1784 (type 5).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfenning - Hieronymus von Colloredo 1783-1784 coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) is that it features an image of a mitre on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the bishop's authority and power.
