© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
2 Pfennigs - Francis I of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel ND
1520 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Minden (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Francis I of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (1508-1529) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1520 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄126) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#138569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City gate with 3 towers, shield of Lüneburg lion arms in circle at lower center.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennigs - Francis I of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel ND (1520) coin from the Bishopric of Minden (German States) is that it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. This coin was issued during a period of economic and political instability in the region, and the use of silver in its production reflects the efforts of the ruling authorities to maintain the value and stability of their currency. Despite being a small denomination coin, the 2 Pfennigs - Francis I of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel ND (1520) is a significant piece of numismatic history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.
