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2 Pfennigs
1764 year| Copper | 3.55 g | 22.42 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1764 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.55 g |
| Diameter | 22.42 mm |
| Thickness | 1.21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#142122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination above upward curved legend with date below, centered.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
❀ I I ❀
PFENNING
STADT•MYNZ
• 1764 •
Translation:
2
Penny
City Coin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Not listed in Krause.Interesting fact
The 2 Pfennigs 1764 coin from the Free City of Augsburg (German States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, as well as his support for the Enlightenment and its values of reason, science, and progress. The coin's design, featuring a simple and elegant image of a crowned eagle, reflects the influence of the Renaissance and Baroque styles that were popular during this time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of copper, a relatively inexpensive metal, suggests that it was intended for everyday use by ordinary people, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy elite. Overall, this coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural, political, and economic context of 18th-century Europe.
