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1 Weißpfennig - Theodoric II of Mörs
1449 year| Silver | 1.99 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Theodoric II of Moers (1414-1463) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1449 |
| Value | 1 Albus (Weißpfennig) (0.1) |
| Currency | Goldgulden (1350-1550) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.99 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#108229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shielded arms with three smaller coats-of-arms around, all within trefoil.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Weißpfennig coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne is that it features an image of Theodoric II of Mörs, who was the Archbishop of Cologne from 1446 to 1459. The coin was minted during his reign, and it is believed that the image of Theodoric II was included on the coin as a way to promote his authority and legitimacy as the ruler of the Archbishopric. This coin is a rare example of a coin from this time period that features the image of a religious leader, and it is highly sought after by collectors today.
