© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
12 Pfennigs
1602 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Werne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1602 |
| Value | 12 Pfennigs (12 Pfennige) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value
'XII' in ornamented circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: XII
Interesting fact
The 12 Pfennigs 1602 coin from the City of Werne (German States) made of Copper is interesting because it was issued during a time when the city was experiencing significant economic growth and trade, and the coin's design reflects this prosperity. The coin features a detailed image of the city's coat of arms, which includes a ship and a castle, symbolizing the city's importance as a trading hub and its strong fortifications. Additionally, the coin's copper composition was a common material used for currency during this time period, and its durability has allowed many examples of this coin to survive to the present day.
