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2 Pfennigs - Charles August Frederick
Copper | 2.3 g | 20 mm |
Issuer | Principality of Waldeck-Pyrmont (German States) |
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Prince | Charles August Frederick (Karl August Friedrich) (1728-1763) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1751-1759 |
Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄240) |
Currency | Thaler (1712-1848) |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 2.3 g |
Diameter | 20 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#326450 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value within circled border.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* II *
PFENNIGE
1754
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennigs - Charles August Frederick 1751-1759 coin from Principality of Waldeck-Pyrmont (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in the mid-18th century, a period marked by the Enlightenment and the rise of modern nation-states. This coin is a small but tangible reminder of the complex history and cultural heritage of the region during that time.