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2 Pfennige - George IV
| Copper | 4.2 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1821-1830 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#38542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Below denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
II
PFENNIGE
SCHEIDE-
MÜNZE
B.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennige coin from the Kingdom of Hannover is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of George IV, who was the King of Hanover and the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg. During his reign, the German states were undergoing rapid industrialization and urbanization, which led to an increased demand for coinage. As a result, the 2 Pfennige coin was minted in large quantities to meet the growing need for small denomination currency. Despite its relatively low value, the coin is still a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of 19th century Germany.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1826 B | 154000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pfennige - George IV 1821-1830 coin.
