1 Zweier - Ernest of Bayern
| Silver | 0.51 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Passau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Ernest of Bavaria (Ernst von Bayern) (1517-1541) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1520-1537 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (Zweier) (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.51 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#141153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Zweier - Ernest of Bayern 1520-1537 from Bishopric of Passau (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.51 g is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of Ernest of Bayern, who was the Bishop of Passau from 1520 to 1537. During this time, the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum, and the Catholic Church was facing challenges to its authority. Additionally, the German States were experiencing political instability, with various factions vying for power. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable currency and was widely used in trade and commerce.
