2 Pfennigs - Francis Christopher of Hutten
1765 year| Copper | 3.61 g | 21.9 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Speyer (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Francis Christopher of Hutten zum Stolzenberg (Franz Christoph von Hutten zum Stolzenberg) (1743-1770) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1765 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.61 g |
| Diameter | 21.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#139504 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*II*
PFENNIG
LANDMUNZ
1765
*
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Francis Christopher of Hutten, who was a German bishop and prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire. He was known for his strong support of the Catholic Church and his efforts to reform the Church and its institutions. The coin was minted during his reign as the Bishop of Speyer, which lasted from 1764 to 1770.
