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1 Weißpfennig - Frederick III of Saarwerden Deutz ND
| Silver | 2.30 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Frederick III of Saarwerden (Friedrich III von Saarwerden) (1371-1414) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1378-1414 |
| Value | 1 Albus (Weißpfennig) (0.1) |
| Currency | Goldgulden (1350-1550) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.30 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shielded arms within sexfoil.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the region. The Archbishopric of Cologne was a powerful and influential state in the Holy Roman Empire, and Frederick III of Saarwerden was a prominent figure in the region's political and religious hierarchy. The coin's silver content and relatively low weight suggest that it was intended for everyday use by common people, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy elite.
