12 Pfennigs 1617-1636 front 12 Pfennigs 1617-1636 back
12 Pfennigs 1617-1636 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

12 Pfennigs

 
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
City of Coesfeld (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1617-1636
Value
12 Pfennigs (12 Pfennige) (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#240573
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value 'XII' within ornamented square

Script: Latin

Comment

The city name on the coin can be either COSVELT or COSVELDT.

Interesting fact

The 12 Pfennigs coin from the City of Coesfeld (German States) made of Copper is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a profound impact on the German States, including the City of Coesfeld. Despite the challenges of this period, the city continued to mint coins, such as the 12 Pfennigs coin, which were used for everyday transactions. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Coesfeld during a time of great upheaval.