© M. Sander
© M. Sander
2 Pfennigs - John Frederick Charles of Ostein
1761 year| Copper | 2.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | City of Erfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Mainz Archbishopric › John Frederick Charles of Ostein (Johann Friedrich Karl von Ostein) (1743-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1761 |
| Value | 2 Pfennigs (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#74717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Four-line inscription with denomination, SM (for Scheide Munz), and date. Date between floral sprays.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✥ 2 ✥
PFENNIG
S * M
1761
Comment
This type is listed under Mainz in KM and under Erfurt in Schön DM and Gräßler.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pfennigs - John Frederick Charles of Ostein 1761 from City of Erfurt (German States) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Ostein family, which is a rare feature on coins from this time period.
