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1 Zollpfennig - Charles Theodor
| Copper | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Charles IV Theodore (Karl IV Theodor) (1742-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1766-1778 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Lettering in wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·1·
ZOLL
PFENNIG
1766
Comment
The Zollpfennig ("customs pfennig") was Pfennig coin with a special function, issued under Elector Charles Theodore (1742-99) of the Palatinate in the years 1766, 1778 and minted in 1777 by the Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt. Both were made of copper and were small or fractional coins. They served to finance the state and to equalize the value of payments between coins of different coinage standards.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Zollpfennig coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Theodor, who was the Elector of the Palatinate from 1766 to 1778. During his reign, the Palatinate was facing significant economic challenges, including a large national debt and a decline in trade. Despite these challenges, the Palatinate continued to mint coins, including the 1 Zollpfennig, which was an important part of everyday commerce in the region. The fact that the coin was made of copper, a relatively inexpensive metal, also speaks to the economic realities of the time. Overall, the 1 Zollpfennig coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political conditions of the Palatinate during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1766 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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