© Carsten Kreitz
© Carsten Kreitz
2 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich
1718 year| Copper | 1.6 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Francis Arnold of Metternich (Franz Arnold von Metternich) (1704-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1718 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#163068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value II between two diamond-shaped ornaments, date below, all in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FURSTL. PADERB. LANDT. MUNTZ.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich 1718 coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of Francis Arnold of Metternich, the Bishop of Paderborn, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of the Paderborn Cathedral, which was an important landmark in the region. This design combination of a religious figure and a prominent architectural structure was a common motif in coins issued by the German States during this time period.
