© Münzhandlung Dirk Löbbers
© Münzhandlung Dirk Löbbers
12 Pfennigs
1595 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Beckum (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1595 |
| Value | 12 Pfennigs (12 Pfennige) |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value: XII in ornamented circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: XII
Interesting fact
The 12 Pfennigs 1595 coin from the City of Beckum (German States) made of Copper is interesting because it was issued during a time when the German States were still using a variety of different currencies, and this coin was one of the first standardized coins to be widely accepted across the region. This coin was also unique because it was made of copper, which was a less valuable metal than the silver and gold coins that were also in circulation at the time. Despite its relatively low value, the 12 Pfennigs coin was an important part of everyday transactions and played a significant role in the economy of the German States during the late 16th century.
