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© Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
1 Weißpfennig - Werner of Falkenstein ND
| Silver | 1.97 g |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Werner of Falkenstein (1388-1418) |
| Period | Rhineland Monetary Union (Rheinischer Münzverein) (1385-1583) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1417-1419 |
| Value | 1 Albus |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.97 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trefoil with central shield of Trier-Münzenberg, in corners three smaller arms of Mainz, Bavaria (For Pfalz) and Jülich.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +MONET+A NOVA+ +WESAL
Interesting fact
The 1 Weißpfennig coin from the Archbishopric of Trier, minted during Werner of Falkenstein's reign (1417-1419), features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of a bird on the reverse side, which is believed to symbolize the archbishop's coat of arms.
