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2 Pfennigs - Henry VIII of Bibra
1769 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Henry of Bibra (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1769 |
| Value | 2 Pfennig = ½ Kreuzer (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * 2 * / PFEN / NING. / 1769. / •V•H•
Translation: V H = Ludwig van Hove (mintmaster)
Engraver: Franz Pfeiffer
Comment
Buchonia/Hinkelbein# 109, 110Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennigs - Henry VIII of Bibra 1769 from Bishopric of Fulda (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Henry VIII, who was the Prince-Bishop of Fulda from 1769 to 1788. During his reign, Henry VIII implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the local economy and promote trade in the region. The coin itself is made of silver, which was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time, and its design features an image of Henry VIII on one side and the coat of arms of Fulda on the other. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today, and its historical significance makes it a fascinating piece of European history.
