2 Pfennigs - Frederick Günther 1842 front 2 Pfennigs - Frederick Günther 1842 back
2 Pfennigs - Frederick Günther 1842 photo
© M. Sander

2 Pfennigs - Frederick Günther

1842 year
Copper 2.9 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt, German States)
Prince
Frederick Günther (Friedrich Günther) (1814-1867)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1842
Value
2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler (1710-1868)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.9 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108774
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SCHEIDE MÜNZE
2
PFENNINGE
1842
A

Interesting fact

The coin features an image of Frederick Günther, the ruling prince of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. The coat of arms features a shield with a black eagle, which symbolizes the principality's connection to the Holy Roman Empire. The eagle is surrounded by two lions, which represent the two main branches of the Schwarzburg family: the lines of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt and Schwarzburg-Sondershausen. This design reflects the rich history and heritage of the principality and its ruling family.