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2 Pfennige - Charles August

 
Copper 4.6 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, German States)
Duke
Charles Augustus (Karl August) (1758-1815)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1803-1807
Value
2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige)
Currency
Thaler (1741-1870)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.6 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#74495
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

2 // Pfennige // 1803

Script: Latin

Comment

Ref. K-615. Prev. C#58c.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Pfennige - Charles August 1803-1807 from Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, German States) made of Copper weighing 4.6 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles August, who was the Duke of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach from 1803 to 1807. During his reign, Charles August implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and government of the duchy, which included the introduction of a new currency system. The 2 Pfennige coin was part of this new currency system and was used widely in everyday transactions. Despite its small denomination, the coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political history of Germany during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1807  36000 - - - - - -

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