© Dave Cross
© Dave Cross
2 Pfennigs - John Frederick
| Copper | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | John Frederick (Johann Friedrich) (1744-1767) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1761 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige) (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler (1710-1868) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
II
PFENNIG
F.S.RUDOL
STADT.L.
MUNTZ
1761
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of John Frederick, 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 includes a shield with a diagonal line dividing it into two parts, representing the two main branches of the Schwarzburg family: the lines of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt and Schwarzburg-Sondershausen. This design element reflects the history of the principality, which was formed in 1716 as a result of the division of the County of Schwarzburg into two parts.
