© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Pfenning - John Louis Adolph
| Copper | - | 19.8 mm |
| Issuer | County of Wied-Runkel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Louis Adolphus (Johann Ludwig Adolph) (1705-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1752 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Thaler (1751-1777) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 19.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#235101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value over date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
I
PFENNING
SCHEIDE
MVNZ
1752
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfenning coin from the County of Wied-Runkel, which was minted between 1751 and 1752, features an image of John Louis Adolph, the Count of Wied-Runkel, on one side. The coin was made of copper and had a relatively low denomination, making it accessible to the general population. Despite its low value, the coin is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.